Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Great Pyrenees Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd
- Lifespan of Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd
- Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Great Pyrenees
- Price of Great Pyrenees versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd
- Do Great Pyreneess shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which one drools more, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd?
- Does the Great Pyrenees Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Great Pyreneess Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Pyrenees vs. King Shepherd
- Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd?
- Are Great Pyreneess good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Great Pyreneess and King Shepherds?
- Is the Great Pyrenees Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Pyrenees
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Pyrenees Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Great Pyrenees and for the King Shepherd. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd.
Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd: Overview
Both the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd are similar in size. The Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd are both giant-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Great Pyrenees belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Pyrenees to the King Shepherd based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd
| Factor | Great Pyrenees | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 85 to 160 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $830 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $500 – $1000 | $700 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 84.9 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Pyrenees in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the King Shepherd. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Great Pyrenees is 63 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is a better pet than the Great Pyrenees. So, you should get the King Shepherd!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd
The Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd.
Great Pyreneess weigh 85 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Great Pyreneess are 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd
The lifespan of Great Pyreneess is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Great Pyreneess is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.
Great Pyreneess live longer than King Shepherds.
Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Great Pyrenees
The King Shepherd has a better temperament than the Great Pyrenees.
This is because the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Great Pyrenees is 84.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 84.9 percent, the Great Pyrenees has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 152 Great Pyreneess and 1 King Shepherds.
Price of Great Pyrenees versus Price of King Shepherd
The average price of the Great Pyrenees puppy is $830. The price of the Great Pyrenees typically ranges from $500 – $1000. However, the price of a Great Pyrenees can be as low as $195 and as high as $2825. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 352 Great Pyrenees puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of the King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The King Shepherd is more expensive than the Great Pyrenees.
| Great Pyrenees | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $830 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $500 to $1000 | $700 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Great Pyrenees and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Great Pyrenees puppies or how many King Shepherd puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Great Pyreneess. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of King Shepherds?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Great Pyrenees puppy or the King Shepherd puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd
Great Pyreneess can be left alone only for a short time.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Great Pyreneess shed more than King Shepherds?
Great Pyreneess shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd
Great Pyreneess do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd?
Great Pyreneess are very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Does the Great Pyrenees Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
Great Pyreneess have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
King Shepherds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Great Pyreneess Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Great Pyreneess are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Pyreneess can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Pyrenees vs. King Shepherd
Great Pyreneess have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Pyreneess can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd?
Great Pyreneess get along very well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Great Pyreneess good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Great Pyreneess are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Great Pyreneess and King Shepherds?
Great Pyreneess get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Great Pyrenees Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Great Pyreneess are not easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Is the Great Pyrenees Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Great Pyreneess do not adapt well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Pyrenees or the King Shepherd?
Great Pyreneess are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Pyrenees
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Pyrenees that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Great Pyrenees:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Great Pyrenees and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Great Pyrenees and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Great Pyrenees Versus Other Dog Breeds
Great Pyrenees versus Catahoula Bulldog Great Pyrenees versus Icelandic Sheepdog Great Pyrenees versus Saint Bernard Great Pyrenees versus Catahoula Bulldog Great Pyrenees versus Spinone Italiano Great Pyrenees versus Kishu Ken Great Pyrenees versus Goldador Great Pyrenees versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Great Pyrenees versus Pomchi Great Pyrenees versus Finnish Spitz Great Pyrenees versus Toy Fox Terrier Great Pyrenees versus Basenji Great Pyrenees versus Portuguese Pointer Great Pyrenees versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Great Pyrenees versus Sussex Spaniel Great Pyrenees versus Bluetick Coonhound Great Pyrenees versus Affenhuahua Great Pyrenees versus Bordoodle Great Pyrenees versus Australian Shepherd Great Pyrenees versus Mastiff Great Pyrenees versus Vizsla Great Pyrenees versus Briard Great Pyrenees versus Pharaoh Hound Great Pyrenees versus Silky Terrier Great Pyrenees versus American Eskimo Dog
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Labrador Retriever King Shepherd versus Scottish Terrier King Shepherd versus Kishu Ken King Shepherd versus Bulldog King Shepherd versus Frenchton King Shepherd versus Pomchi King Shepherd versus Biewer Terrier King Shepherd versus Toy Fox Terrier King Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle King Shepherd versus Norfolk Terrier King Shepherd versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog King Shepherd versus Sloughi King Shepherd versus Shiloh Shepherd King Shepherd versus Standard Poodle King Shepherd versus Patterdale Terrier King Shepherd versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever King Shepherd versus English Cocker Spaniel King Shepherd versus Miniature Pinscher King Shepherd versus Goldador King Shepherd versus Yorkipoo King Shepherd versus Pomeranian King Shepherd versus Harrier King Shepherd versus Pointer King Shepherd versus Swedish Vallhund King Shepherd versus Black Russian Terrier
Conclusion: Great Pyrenees versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Great Pyrenees and the King Shepherd better suits you and your family.