Australian Cattle Dog vs Saint Bernard

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Saint Bernard
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-10 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
Australia
Switzerland
Origin Year
1840 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Brown and White
Brown and White
Mahogany and White
Mahogany and White
Orange and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Red and White
Rust and White
Rust and White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
White and Red
White and Red
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