Boston Terrier vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

Compare the Boston Terrier to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boston Terriers and Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs.

Boston Terrier vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
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General Details
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-11 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
24-29 Inches
Weight
10-25 Pounds
85-140 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Origin Country
United States
Switzerland
Origin Year
1870 AD
1515 AD
Temperament
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
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
Average
Average
Personality
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Energy Level
High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Reverse sneezing
Cherry eye
Deafness
Brain tumors
Megaesophagus
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boston Terrier
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
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