St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Comparison – Which dog is better Alpine Mastiff or St. Hubert Hound?

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Name	St. Bernard	Bloodhound
Origins	Switzerland Italy	France Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	48	50
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for St. Bernard and Bloodhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound. Which breed is heavier?	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Bloodhound? Is a St. Bernard taller than a Bloodhound?	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$1800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Bloodhound?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare alertness levels.	St. See more.	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	St. See more.	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bloodhound?	Sensitive: St. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Bloodhound?	High: St. See more.	High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bloodhound?	St. See more.	Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bloodhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The St. See more.	A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare play drive and energy.	St. See more.	The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep St.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare adaptability levels.	St.	Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Bloodhound?	St.	Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	St. See more.	Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: St. Bernard vs Bloodhound?	Rare The St.	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Bloodhound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare activity levels.	St.	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Bloodhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Bloodhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Bloodhound?	St.	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
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St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for St. Bernard and Bloodhound? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Red Liver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The St. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The St. See more.	The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound? Compare fur types.	Dense Rough Smooth	Rough
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Bloodhound? Do St. Bernard dogs shed more than Bloodhound dogs?	St. See more.	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	St.	Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Bloodhound? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Bloodhound?	St.	Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Bloodhound? Can a St. Bernard and a Bloodhound be friends? Do St. Bernard dogs get along with Bloodhound dogs?	St.	Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: St. Bernard vs Bloodhound?	No St.	Yes Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a St. Bernard or a Bloodhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between St. Bernard and Bloodhound. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between St. Bernard and Bloodhound. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	8-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between St. Bernard and Bloodhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between St. Bernard and Bloodhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

St. Bernard vs Bloodhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of St. Bernard and Bloodhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of St. Bernard and Bloodhound. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between St. Bernard and Bloodhound. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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