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Name	Swedish Lapphund	St. Bernard	Hovawart
Origins	Sweden	Switzerland Italy	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Svensk Lapphund	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Hovie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Which is the smallest dog, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	Medium	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart weight comparison:	Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1500-$1800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The St.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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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Trainability Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart trainability comparison.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Affectionate Lively Kind Trainable Versatile	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart?	High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	St. See more.	Hovawart 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Hovawart 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart playfulness comparison:	The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed. See more.	St. See more.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart?	A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.	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 Hovawart breed.
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Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Swedish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	St.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	Swedish Lapphund 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.	Hovawart 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.

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart?	Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	Allergies Ear Infections Eye Infections	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The St.	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Lapphund, St. Bernard and Hovawart breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Lapphund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart energy level comparison:	Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.	Hovawart 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 Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Swedish Lapphund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	St.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	St.	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense Rough Smooth	Silky
Colors What are the original Swedish Lapphund, St. Bernard and Hovawart color?	Black White Brown	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart grooming comparison:	Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	St. See more.	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart 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, Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart?	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The St. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

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

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart 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: Swedish Lapphund or St. Bernard or Hovawart? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	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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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?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart?	Not really Swedish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Hovawart 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?	Not really 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart 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 Swedish Lapphund and St. Bernard and Hovawart have?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Swedish Lapphund vs St. Bernard vs Hovawart Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American 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 Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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