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Name	St. Bernard	Giant Schnauzer	Goldendoodle
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Germany	United States Canada
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Riesenschnauzer	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$1800	$1000-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	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 Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. 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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Trainability St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	St. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: St. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	High: St. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Goldendoodle 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Goldendoodle 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.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	Low: The St. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. 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 Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	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 Giant Schnauzer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
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St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	St.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	St. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	Very healthy dog breed.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Giant Schnauzer and Goldendoodle 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 Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	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 Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	6 to 8 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	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Wiry	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original St. Bernard, Giant Schnauzer and Goldendoodle color?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	High 🔼 The St.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The St. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle?	St.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	No St.	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle 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 Giant Schnauzer or Goldendoodle? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle 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 Giant Schnauzer and Goldendoodle have?	6-8 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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St. Bernard vs Giant Schnauzer vs Goldendoodle 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 1930 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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