Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Pyrenees

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Pyrenees
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-12 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
25-32 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
85-160 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Origin Country
Switzerland
Spain
Origin Year
1892 AD
-3000 BC
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
0-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
None
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
White
White
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