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Name	St. Bernard	Borzoi	Great Dane
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Russia Belarus	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Barzoi Psovoi Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya Russian Wolfhound	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	Giant	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Borzoi? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$1800	$1000-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The St.	Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Borzoi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	St. See more.	Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Independent Intelligent Gentle Quiet Athletic Respectful	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: St. See more.	Sensitive: Borzoi dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	High: St. See more.	Average: Borzoi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Borzoi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Borzoi is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Borzoi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Great Dane 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 Borzoi vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	Low: The St. See more.	Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	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.	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 Borzoi indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	St.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Borzoi bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Borzoi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	St. See more.	Borzoi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Borzoi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Anesthesia Sensitivity Osteochondrosis Dissecans Dental Problems Thyroid Disorder	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Average The Borzoi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Borzoi and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Borzoi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	St.	Borzoi dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Borzoi dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	St.	Borzoi dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original St. Bernard, Borzoi and Great Dane color?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? St. Bernard or Borzoi or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Borzoi has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The St. See more.	The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Borzoi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Borzoi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	St.	Borzoi dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	St.	Borzoi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane?	St.	Borzoi dogs are not dog-friendly.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	No St.	Yes Borzoi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Borzoi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Borzois are not the best breed for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: St. Bernard or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Borzoi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can St. Bernard and Borzoi and Great Dane have?	6-8 puppies	1-11 puppies	10-15 puppies
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St. Bernard vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1891 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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