Differences and Similarities between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle.

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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle? 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and for the Saint Berdoodle. 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Saint Berdoodle.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a giant-sized dog while the Saint Berdoodle is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle

Factor Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Saint Berdoodle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Height 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder 15 to 30 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Life Span 7 to 9 years 8 to 12 years
Weight 85 to 140 pounds 40 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 8.0 years 10.0 years
Average Price $2390 $2020
Price Range $1750 – $3000 $1500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (Effective 7/1/15 the minimum eye exam age to qualify for CHIC is 18 months)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Shoulders
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. So, you should get the Saint Berdoodle!

    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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle

    Below is a list of where the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are most different:

  • Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Saint Berdoodles are good for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle are very easy to groom.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Saint Berdoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs weigh 85 to 140 pounds when fully grown. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Saint Berdoodle

    The lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is between 7 to 9 years. The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is 8.0 years.

    The lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    Saint Berdoodles live longer than Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs.

    Price of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Price of Saint Berdoodle

    The average price of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy is $2390. The price of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog typically ranges from $1750 – $3000. However, the price of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 110 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Saint Berdoodle puppy is $2020. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 113 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is more expensive than the Saint Berdoodle.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Saint Berdoodle
    Average Price $2390 $2020
    Price Range $1750 to $3000 $1500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Saint Berdoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppies or how many Saint Berdoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy or the Saint Berdoodle 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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Saint Berdoodle

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shed moderately.

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Saint Berdoodle

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs 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.

    Saint Berdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs. Saint Berdoodle

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Saint Berdoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Saint Berdoodles?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are fairly easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog:

  • Bracco Italiano (75 percent match with Greater Swiss Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Entlebucher Mountain Dog (78 percent match with Greater Swiss Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle:

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs French Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and how the Saint Berdoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and of the Saint Berdoodle to other breeds:

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Cavachon     Saint Berdoodle versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Saint Berdoodle versus Pharaoh Hound     Saint Berdoodle versus Yorkshire Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Bernedoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Mastiff     Saint Berdoodle versus Bichon Frise     Saint Berdoodle versus Harrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Schipperke     Saint Berdoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Toy Poodle     Saint Berdoodle versus West Highland White Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Rottweiler     Saint Berdoodle versus Labrador Retriever     Saint Berdoodle versus Bordoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Shihpoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Belgian Sheepdog     Saint Berdoodle versus Norwich Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Saint Berdoodle versus Harrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Standard Schnauzer     Saint Berdoodle versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Saint Berdoodle versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Saint Berdoodle versus Miniature Schnauzer     

    Conclusion: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Saint Berdoodle. 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Saint Berdoodle better suits you and your family.