Leonberger vs Saint Bernard

Compare the Leonberger to the Saint Bernard. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Leonbergers and Saint Bernards.

Leonberger vs Saint Bernard
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
8-10 Years
Height
25½-31½ Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
100-170 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
Germany
Switzerland
Origin Year
1849 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Ectropion
Hereditary neuropathy
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Leonberger
Saint Bernard
Breed Colors
Lion Yellow
Reddish Brown
Sandy
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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