St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Comparison – Which dog is better Alpine Mastiff or Bucovina Shepherd?

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Name	St. Bernard	Bukovina Sheepdog
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Romania
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Bucovina Shepherd Bucovina Wolf Dog Bukovina Bukovinak Caine Ciobanesc de Bucovina Capau Ciobanesc de Bucovina Dulau Southeastern European Shepherd Bucovina Sheepdog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a St. Bernard and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a St. Bernard and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Which breed is heavier?	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 110–200 pounds (50–90 kg), Female: 110–180 pounds (50–80 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 155 pounds (70 kg), Female: 145 pounds (65 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog? Is a St. Bernard taller than a Bukovina Sheepdog?	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 27–31 inch (68–78 cm), Female: 25–28 inch (64–72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 29 inch (73 cm), Female: 26.5 inch (68 cm)

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a St. Bernard and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$1800	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The St.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare alertness levels.	St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare territorial behaviors.	St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a St. Bernard and a Bukovina Sheepdog. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Courageous Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	Sensitive: St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	High: St. See more.	High: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Bukovina Sheepdog rarely barks. 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 Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare play drive and energy.	St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? 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 Bukovina Sheepdog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare adaptability levels.	St.	Average: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog?	St.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bukovina Sheepdog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? 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 Bukovina Sheepdog. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Bukovina Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	Rare The St.	Frequent The Bukovina Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	No data available

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare activity levels.	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bukovina Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Clear white Black with red-fawn reflections White-beige with distinct patches of grey
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The St. See more.	Advanced: The Bukovina Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare drooling amounts.	The St. See more.	The Bukovina Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Bukovina Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a St. Bernard and a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare fur types.	Dense Rough Smooth	Rough Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog? Do St. Bernard dogs shed more than Bukovina Sheepdog dogs?	St. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare kid-friendliness.	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most 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 Bukovina Sheepdog?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Bukovina Sheepdog? Can a St. Bernard and a Bukovina Sheepdog be friends? Do St. Bernard dogs get along with Bukovina Sheepdog dogs?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	No St.	Yes Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Bukovina Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Bukovina Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Bukovina Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Bukovina Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a St. Bernard or a Bukovina Sheepdog? 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 Bukovina Sheepdog. 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 Bukovina Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog. 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 Bukovina Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between St. Bernard and Bukovina Sheepdog. 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	No data available

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