Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Pocket Beagle

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Pocket Beagle
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
11-14 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
7-12 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
7-15 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Origin Country
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1515 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
11-14 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Epilepsy
Beagle dwarfism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pocket Beagle
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
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White
White
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