Saint Bernard vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog

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

Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Saint Bernard

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

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General Details

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Lifespan

12-15 Years

8-10 Years

Height

24-31 Inches

25½-27½ Inches

Weight

90-170 Pounds

110-200 Pounds

Intelligence

Average

History

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Origin Country

Russia

Switzerland

Origin Year

-2000 BC

1695 AD

Temperament

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Overall Friendliness

Below Average

Above Average

Family Friendly

None

Above Average

Child Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Stranger Friendly

None

Above Average

Personality

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Traits

Affectionate

Aggressive

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Snuggle

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

20-70 °F

20-85 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Below Average

Exercise Needs

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Energy Level

Medium to High

Low

Exercise Required

High

Low to Medium

Top Running Speed

24 MPH

20 MPH

Strength

Very High

Grooming Needs

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Coat Maintenance

Medium

Shedding

High

Medium

Dander

Low

Medium

Drool

Medium

High

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Distracted Easy

Focused & Patient

Breed Instincts

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Aggression

Average

None

Burrow / Digging

Average

None

Chasing

Average

Below Average

Follow Commands

Average

Below Average

Fighting

Above Average

Below Average

Guarding

Above Average

Below Average

Herding

Average

Hunting

Average

Below Average

Protection

Above Average

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Average

Below Average

Sled Pulling

Average

Above Average

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Below Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Average Lifespan

12-15 Years

8-10 Years

Health Concerns

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Common Health Issues

Hip dysplasia

Elbow dysplasia

Bloat

Entropion

Cataracts

Hip dysplasia

Allergies

Epilepsy

Elbow dysplasia

Dilated cardiomyopathy

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

Coat Type

Fur or Hair

Fur

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Rough

Straight

Wavy

Rough

Straight

Coat Length

Short to Medium

Medium

Coat Coloring

Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Saint Bernard

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