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Name	St. Bernard	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog	Alpine Mastiff
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Switzerland	Switzerland
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse	Alpine Molosser
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	Giant	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	132.5 pounds (60 kg)	345 pounds (157 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)	37.5 inches (95 cm)

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$1800	$2000-$2500	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence	Friendly
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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	High: St. See more.	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Mastiff breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Alpine Mastiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff energy level comparison:	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	15 to 16 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alpine Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original St. Bernard, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Alpine Mastiff color?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Red White	Brindle Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average. 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The St. See more.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alpine Mastiff 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.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	No St.	Yes Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Alpine Mastiff? 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alpine Mastiff 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.	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.
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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Alpine Mastiff have?	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	5-12 puppies
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St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Alpine Mastiff 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 1995 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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	No data available

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