Great Pyrenees vs Tornjak

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

Great Pyrenees vs Tornjak
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
60-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Origin Country
Spain
Croatia
Origin Year
-3000 BC
-1000 BC
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
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
Above Average
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Digestive problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Tornjak
Breed Colors
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