St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Comparison – Which dog is better Alpine Mastiff or Lesser Indian Spitz?

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Name	St. Bernard	Indian Spitz (Smaller)
Origins	Switzerland Italy	India
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller). What other names are these breeds known by?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Lesser Indian Spitz Smaller Indian Spitz
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a St. Bernard and an Indian Spitz (Smaller). Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a St. Bernard and an Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed is heavier?	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	13 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Is a St. Bernard taller than an Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	8-10 inches (20-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	9 inches (22.5 cm)

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a St. Bernard and an Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed costs more?	$1500-$1800	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare alertness levels.	St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare territorial behaviors.	St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average defenders. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a St. Bernard and an Indian Spitz (Smaller). How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Sensitive: St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	High: St. See more.	Average: Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The St. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a particularly loud 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare play drive and energy.	St. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare adaptability levels.	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare mouthing behaviors.	St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Indian Spitz (Smaller) bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	12-16 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Smaller): 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	Rare The St.	Rare The Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller)? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	No data available

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare activity levels.	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	White Brown Black & White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The St. See more.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare drooling amounts.	The St. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a St. Bernard and an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare fur types.	Dense Rough Smooth	Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Do St. Bernard dogs shed more than Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs?	St. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare kid-friendliness.	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Can a St. Bernard and an Indian Spitz (Smaller) be friends? Do St. Bernard dogs get along with Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller)?	No St.	Yes Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Indian Spitz (Smaller) is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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 an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a St. Bernard or an Indian Spitz (Smaller)? 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller) breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller). Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between St. Bernard and Indian Spitz (Smaller). 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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