Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Leonberger

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Leonberger
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
25½-31½ Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
100-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Origin Country
Switzerland
Germany
Origin Year
1515 AD
1849 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above 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
Leonberger
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Addison's disease
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Ectropion
Hereditary neuropathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Leonberger
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Lion Yellow
Reddish Brown
Sandy
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