St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Comparison – Which dog is better Alpine Mastiff or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées?

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Name	St. Bernard	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Spain France
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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 Great Pyrenees. What other names are these breeds known by?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a St. Bernard and a Great Pyrenees. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a St. Bernard and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed is heavier?	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Is a St. Bernard taller than a Great Pyrenees?	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a St. Bernard and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$1800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? 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 Great Pyrenees? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare alertness levels.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare territorial behaviors.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a St. Bernard and a Great Pyrenees. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees?	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 Great Pyrenees?	High: St. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees?	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The St. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal 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 Great Pyrenees? Compare play drive and energy.	St. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare adaptability levels.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	St.	Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? 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.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a St. Bernard and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees?	Rare The St.	Rare The Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare activity levels.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
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St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? 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 Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare daily food needs.	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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The St. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare drooling amounts.	The St. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a St. Bernard and a Great Pyrenees? Compare fur types.	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Do St. Bernard dogs shed more than Great Pyrenees dogs?	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? 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 Great Pyrenees? 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 Great Pyrenees? 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 Great Pyrenees? 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 Great Pyrenees? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a St. Bernard or a Great Pyrenees? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees. 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 Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees. 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 Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees. 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 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between St. Bernard and Great Pyrenees. 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. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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Zane Lang
Jun 5, 2021, 12:49:28 AM:
As a Pyrenees owner, I disagree with most of how the pyr was described. My pty is loyal, sweet, a couch potato, and a service dog. She never stinks and she does drool some as most pyr do. Your way off on the pry.