Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boerboel

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boerboel
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
110-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Origin Country
Switzerland
South Africa
Origin Year
1515 AD
1652 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Vaginal hyperplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Boerboel
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
Brown
Brown
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Reddish Brown
Reddish Brown
Tawny
Tawny
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