Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Landseer

Compare the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to the Landseer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Landseers.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Landseer
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
10-10 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
26½-31½ Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
100-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Origin Country
Switzerland
Germany
Origin Year
1515 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
10-10 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Patent ductus arteriosus
Elbow dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Obesity
Megaesophagus
Cystinuria
Heatstroke
Cystine urolithiasis
Callus dermatitis
Acquired depigmentation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Landseer
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
White and Black
White and Black
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