Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
8-10 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
25-30 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
100-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Origin Country
Switzerland
Canada
Origin Year
1892 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
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
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
0-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium to High
Shedding
High
High
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Addison's disease
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Subaortic Stenosis
Cystinuria
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Breed Colors
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