Great Pyrenees vs Portuguese Water Dog

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

Great Pyrenees vs Portuguese Water Dog
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
17-22 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin Country
Spain
Portugal
Origin Year
-3000 BC
1297 AD
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
None
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
Medium to High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Colors
White
White
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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