Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Sheltie

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Sheltie
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
11-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Origin Country
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1515 AD
1909 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
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
Sheltie
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
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
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Coat Maintenance
Low
High to Very High
Shedding
Medium
High to Very High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Trichiasis
Hemophilia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Sheltie
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
White
White
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