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St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alpine Mastiff or Exorcising Dog or Illyrian Shepherd Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name St. Bernard Sapsali Sarplaninac
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac breeds.
Alpine Mastiff
Bernhardiner
St. Barnhardshund
St. Bernard
Saint
Exorcising Dog
Ghost Hunting Clever Dog
Sapsaree
Sapsal Gae
Illyrian Shepherd Dog
Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog
Macedonian Shepherd
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large
Medium
Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac? Compare adult weight ranges.
110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) Male: 18–27 kg (40-60 lbs), Female: 16–25 kg (35-55 lbs) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
155 pounds (70.5 kg) Male: 18–27 kg (40-60 lbs), Female: 16–25 kg (35-55 lbs) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac height comparison:
25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm) Male: 50–60 cm (20–24 in), Female: 48–58 cm (19–23 in) Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm) Male: 50–60 cm (20–24 in), Female: 48–58 cm (19–23 in) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$1800 $300-$500 $900-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?
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.
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 Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Sapsali is an excellent dog breed.
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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, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is easiest to train?
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Sapsali dogs are easy to train.
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Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most alert?
St.
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Sapsali dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most protective?
St.
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Sapsali dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Happy
Friendly
Gentle
Going
Social
Quiet
Playful
Protective
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Reliable
Devoted
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: St.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sarplaninac dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac?
High: St.
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Average to High: Sapsali dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Sarplaninac dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac social needs comparison:
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Sapsali dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Sarplaninac dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
St.
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The wanderlust potential of the Sapsali is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Sarplaninac is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Sapsali dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Sarplaninac dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The St.
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A lot: Sapsali is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most playful?
St.
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The Sapsali is a highly playful breed.
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Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sapsali breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac breed.

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most flexible?
St.
Sapsali dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Sarplaninac dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?
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 Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The St.

Low 🔽

The Sapsali has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Sarplaninac has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which uses mouth most during play?
St.
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Sapsali dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Sarplaninac dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

St.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sapsali bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sarplaninac bite force: Ordinary.

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed lives longest?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of St.
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Sapsali: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Sapsali can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has fewer health issues?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Sarplaninacs are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The St.
Rare
The Sapsali should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Sarplaninac should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which breed is most active?
St.
Sapsali dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sarplaninac dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
St.
Sapsali dogs have an average exercise need.
Sarplaninac dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?
St.
Sapsali dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Sarplaninac dogs don't need too much sleep.

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St.
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Average: The Sapsali has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which needs most food?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. What colors are available?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Brown
Blonde
Orange
Golden
Reddish
Yellowish
Black
Gray
White
Fawn
Sable
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The St.
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Advanced: The Sapsali requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which drools least?
The St.
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The Sapsali is an average drooler.
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The Sarplaninac drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The St.

Medium

The Sapsali has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Rough
Smooth
Silky Fluffy
Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? St. Bernard or Sapsali or {name3 shedding:
St.
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Sapsali dogs are heavy shedders.
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Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately.
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St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best with kids?
St.
Sapsali dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
St.
Sapsali dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Sarplaninac dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac? Which dog is more friendly?
St.
Sapsali dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?
St.
Sapsali dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Sapsali or Sarplaninac?
St.
Sapsali dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac?
No
St.
Yes
Sapsali dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Sarplaninac dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
St.
No
Sapsali is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Sarplaninac is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
St.
Sapsalis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Sarplaninacs are commonly okay with elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

St.
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Not really

Sapsali breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Sarplaninac breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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 Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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St. Bernard vs Sapsali vs Sarplaninac Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for St. Bernard, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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, Sapsali, and Sarplaninac. 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
No data available American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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