Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog

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

Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
Spain
Turkey
Origin Year
-3000 BC
700 AD
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Breed Colors
White
Gray
Pale Yellow
Tan
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