Bernese Mountain Dog vs Schweizer Laufhund

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Swiss Hound
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
13-21 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
33-44 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Origin Country
Switzerland
Switzerland
Origin Year
1892 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
50-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Swiss 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
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