Bernese Mountain Dog vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the Bernese Mountain Dog to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bernese Mountain Dogs and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Switzerland
Germany
Origin Year
1892 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low to Medium
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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