Great Pyrenees vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog

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

Great Pyrenees vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
90-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
Spain
Russia
Origin Year
-3000 BC
-2000 BC
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
White
White
Spotted
Spotted
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