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Compare St. Bernard and Mastiff. Which is better: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka?
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| Name | St. Bernard | Mastiff | Central Asian Ovtcharka |
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| Origins |  Switzerland  Italy |  England |  Russia |
| Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Guard Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 48 | 28 | 414 |
| Reviews | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| User Ratings |
| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka breeds. |
Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint |
Old English Mastiff English Mastiff |
Alabai Aziat Central Asian Ovcharka Central Asian Ovtcharka Central Asian Owtcharka Central Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Ovcharka Middle Asian Owtcharka Middle Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Shepherd Middle Asian Shepherd Dog Turkmen Alabai Volkadov Wolf Crusher Central Asian Shepherd Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is the largest? | Giant | Giant | Large Giant |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare adult weight ranges. | 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) | Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg) | 121-176 pounds (55-80 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 155 pounds (70.5 kg) | Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg) | 148.5 pounds (67.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka height comparison: | 25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm) | Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) | 27-32 inches (68.5-81 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm) | Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) | 29.5 inches (75 cm) |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1500-$1800 | $1200-$1500 | $1200-$2500 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? | Very frequent: The St. | Very frequent: The Mastiff 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 Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is easiest to train? | A slightly harder to train than average. | Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are hard to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is most alert? | St. | Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is most protective? | St. | Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare temperaments. |
Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet |
Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful |
Curious Independent Strong Bold Adaptable Imperturbable |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: St. | Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? | High: St. | High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka social needs comparison: | St. | Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are a social breed. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | St. | Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Their prey drive is low. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The St. | Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. | Low to Average: The Central Asian Ovtcharka rarely barks. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is most playful? | St. | Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. | Central Asian Ovtcharkas are not the most playful dog breed. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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 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 Mastiff indoors. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Central Asian Ovtcharka breed. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is most flexible? | St. | Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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| Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? | St. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has lowest bite risk? | Moderate ⏺ The St. | Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Central Asian Ovtcharka has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which uses mouth most during play? | St. | Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has the strongest bite? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 St. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Central Asian Ovtcharka bite force: The Strongest. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed lives longest? |
8-10 years The average lifespan of St. |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Central Asian Ovtcharka: 13 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Central Asian Ovtcharka can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has fewer health issues? | Very healthy dog breed. | Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
| Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The St. |
Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Frequent The Central Asian Ovtcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy | Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria | Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is most active? | St. | Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | St. | Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? | St. | Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Central Asian Ovtcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which needs most food? | 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 | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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| Coat Colors
Compare color variations between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. What colors are available? |
Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor |
Fawn Brindle Apricot |
Black White Fawn Brindle Grey Russet Straw Flecked |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The St. | Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Central Asian Ovtcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which drools least? | The St. | The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. | The Central Asian Ovtcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has least natural smell? | High 🔼 The St. | High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Central Asian Ovtcharka has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Rough Smooth | Dense |
Dense Thick Double |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? St. Bernard or Mastiff or {name3 shedding: | St. | Mastiff dogs shed moderately. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs shed above average. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is best with kids? | St. | Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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| Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | St. | Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are generally with other pets. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which dog is more friendly? | St. | Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? | St. | Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? | St. | Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? |
No St. |
Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No St. |
No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Central Asian Ovtcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | St. | Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Central Asian Ovtcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
| Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really St. | Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Central Asian Ovtcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is best for draft work? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has most military use? | 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 Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has most puppies? | 6-8 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 4-10 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
| Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of St. Bernard, Mastiff, and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has most recognition? |
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 |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service |
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