Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Compare the Great Pyrenees to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Shepherd Dogs.

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
25-28 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
80-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
Spain
Georgia
Origin Year
-3000 BC
-500 BC
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
High to Very High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Medium to High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
White
Black
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Red
Tan
White
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