Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Bernard

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Bernard
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
Switzerland
Switzerland
Origin Year
1515 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
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
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Brown and White
Mahogany and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Rust and White
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Red
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