Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees

Compare the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Great Pyrenees. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Great Pyrenees.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Change Breed
Change Breed
General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
25-32 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
85-160 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Origin Country
Turkey
Spain
Origin Year
-4000 BC
-3000 BC
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
0-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Gray Fawn
Liver
Liver
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
White
White
White
White
Menu