Saint Bernard vs Kangal Dog

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

Kangal Dog vs Saint Bernard
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Height
28-34 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
85-150 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
Turkey
Switzerland
Origin Year
700 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
None
Above Average
Personality
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above 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
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Fatty tumors
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Kangal Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Colors
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