Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Labrador Retriever Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction
- Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard: Overview
- Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard
- The Similarities Between the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard
- Size (Weight and Height) of Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard
- Lifespan of Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard
- Temperament of the Labrador Retriever Versus the Saint Bernard
- Price of Labrador Retriever versus Price of Saint Bernard
- Adopting the Labrador Retriever versus Adopting the Saint Bernard
- The Intelligence of the Labrador Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Saint Bernard
- The Popularity of Labrador Retriever versus Popularity of Saint Bernard
- Health Problems of Labrador Retriever versus Health Problems of Saint Bernard
- Tolerates Being Alone: Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard
- Do Labrador Retrievers shed more than Saint Bernards?
- Which one drools more, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard?
- Does the Labrador Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?
- Do Labrador Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Saint Bernards?
- Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Labrador Retriever vs. Saint Bernard
- Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard?
- Are Labrador Retrievers good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?
- How Kid-friendly are Labrador Retrievers and Saint Bernards?
- Is the Labrador Retriever Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labrador Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard. Which One is a Better Pet?
Labrador Retriever Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard? 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 Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard 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 Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard 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 Labrador Retriever and for the Saint Bernard. 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 Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard.
Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard: Overview
A very important difference between the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever is a large-sized dog while the Saint Bernard is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Labrador Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Saint Bernard 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.
Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Labrador Retriever to the Saint Bernard 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 Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard
| Factor | Labrador Retriever | Saint Bernard |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 8 to 10 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder | 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 80 pounds | 120 to 180 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 9.0 years |
| Average Price | $1290 | $1320 |
| Price Range | $850 – $1500 | $875 – $1525 |
| Temperament Score | 92.2 percent | 84.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 1 | 49 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 7 | 65 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Labrador Retriever 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 Bernard. 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 Labrador Retriever is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saint Bernard is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Bernard is a better pet than the Labrador Retriever. So, you should get the Saint Bernard!
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 Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard
Below is a list of where the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard are most different:
The Similarities Between the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard
The Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard.
Labrador Retrievers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Labrador Retrievers are 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Saint Bernards weigh 120 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Bernards are 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
Lifespan of Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard
The lifespan of Labrador Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Labrador Retrievers is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Saint Bernards is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Saint Bernards is 9.0 years.
Labrador Retrievers live longer than Saint Bernards.
Temperament of the Labrador Retriever Versus the Saint Bernard
The Labrador Retriever has a better temperament than the Saint Bernard.
This is because the temperament score for the Labrador Retriever is 92.2 percent while the temperament score for the Saint Bernard 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 92.2 percent, the Labrador Retriever has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 84.9 percent, the Saint Bernard has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard by measuring the temperaments of 842 Labrador Retrievers and 53 Saint Bernards.
Price of Labrador Retriever versus Price of Saint Bernard
The average price of the Labrador Retriever puppy is $1290. The price of the Labrador Retriever typically ranges from $850 – $1500. However, the price of a Labrador Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1413 Labrador Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Saint Bernard puppy is $1320. The price of the Saint Bernard typically ranges from $875 – $1525. However, the price of the Saint Bernard can be as low as $200 and as high as $3550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 163 Saint Bernard puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Saint Bernard is more expensive than the Labrador Retriever.
| Labrador Retriever | Saint Bernard | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1290 | $1320 |
| Price Range | $850 to $1500 | $875 to $1525 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Labrador Retriever and Saint Bernard. For different price points, the charts show how many Labrador Retriever puppies or how many Saint Bernard puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Labrador Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Labrador Retriever puppy or the Saint Bernard 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.
Adopting the Labrador Retriever versus Adopting the Saint Bernard
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Labrador Retrievers and many Saint Bernards are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Labrador Retriever named Bourbon that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Labrador Retrievers like Bourbon on pefinder.com.
Also, like Labrador Retrievers, Saint Bernards are also available for adoption. For example, Zeus is a Male Saint Bernard that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Saint Bernards like Zeus that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Lincoln is the name of another Labrador Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Marcus is an adorable Male Saint Bernard on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Labrador Retrievers and Saint Bernards that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Labrador Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Saint Bernard
| Labrador Retriever | Saint Bernard | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 7 out of 130 dog breeds | 65 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Labrador Retriever has an obedience intelligence rank of 7 out of 130 dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Labrador Retrievers tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.
The Saint Bernard has an obedience intelligence rank of 65 out of 130 dog breeds. The Saint Bernard belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Saint Bernards tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.
The Labrador Retriever is more intelligent than the Saint Bernard.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Labrador Retriever versus Popularity of Saint Bernard
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Labrador Retriever is more popular with dog owners than the Saint Bernard. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Labrador Retriever is 1 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Saint Bernard is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Labrador Retriever
Popularity of Saint Bernard
| Year | Labrador Retriever Popularity Rank | Saint Bernard Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 47 |
| 2014 | 1 | 51 |
| 2015 | 1 | 50 |
| 2016 | 1 | 49 |
| 2017 | 1 | 48 |
| 2018 | 1 | 48 |
| 2019 | 1 | 48 |
| 2020 | 1 | 52 |
Health Problems of Labrador Retriever versus Health Problems of Saint Bernard
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Labrador Retriever is prone to more genetic health problems than the Saint Bernard.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Labrador Retriever than for the Saint Bernard.
8 health tests are recommended for Labrador Retriever while 6 tests are recommended for the Saint Bernard.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Labrador Retrievers and in Saint Bernards.
Labrador Retriever Health Problems
Labrador Retrievers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Labrador Retriever puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Labrador Retriever puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Labrador Retriever breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Labrador Retrievers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Labrador Retrievers here.
Saint Bernard Health Problems
Saint Bernards are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Saint Bernard puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Saint Bernard puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Saint Bernard breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Saint Bernards for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Saint Bernards here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Labrador Retrievers and Saint Bernards
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Labrador Retriever Breed is Achromatopsia Day Blindness problems.
This is because the Labrador Retriever ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Achromatopsia Day Blindness problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 87 Labrador Retrievers, 0 of them had Achromatopsia Day Blindness problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Labrador Retrievers, and how common these diseases are in Labrador Retrievers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Saint Bernard Breed is Hips problems.
This is because the Saint Bernard ranks 7 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2618 Saint Bernards, 1295 of them had Hips problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Saint Bernards, and how common these diseases are in Saint Bernards relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Labrador Retriever and in Saint Bernard and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard:
| Disease | Labrador Retriever Rank | Saint Bernard Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Achromatopsia Day Blindness problems | 1 out of 1 dog breeds | Not Common |
| D Locus problems | 1 out of 3 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis problems | 1 out of 1 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Copper Toxicosis problems | 2 out of 2 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Exercise Induced Collapse problems | 3 out of 6 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Legg-Calve-Perthes problems | 8 out of 40 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Shoulder problems | 13 out of 22 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems | 16 out of 32 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Dentition Database problems | 25 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 29 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 39 out of 70 dog breeds | 45 out of 70 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 41 out of 144 dog breeds | 33 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 66 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Thyroid problems | 76 out of 115 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 78 out of 145 dog breeds | 99 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 103 out of 198 dog breeds | 7 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 119 out of 182 dog breeds | 23 out of 182 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard
Labrador Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Saint Bernards do not like to be left alone.
Do Labrador Retrievers shed more than Saint Bernards?
Labrador Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Saint Bernards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard
Labrador Retrievers drool moderately.
Saint Bernards have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard?
Labrador Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Saint Bernards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Labrador Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?
Labrador Retrievers 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.
Saint Bernards 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 Labrador Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Saint Bernards?
Labrador Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Saint Bernards are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?
Labrador Retrievers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Saint Bernards can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Labrador Retriever vs. Saint Bernard
Labrador Retrievers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Saint Bernards do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?
Labrador Retrievers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard?
Labrador Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Saint Bernards get along very well with other dogs.
Are Labrador Retrievers good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?
Labrador Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Saint Bernards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Labrador Retrievers and Saint Bernards?
Labrador Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Saint Bernards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Labrador Retriever Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?
Labrador Retrievers are very easy to train.
Saint Bernards are not easy to train.
Is the Labrador Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Bernard?
Labrador Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Saint Bernards adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Labrador Retriever or the Saint Bernard?
Labrador Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.
Saint Bernards are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labrador Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saint Bernard 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 Bernard:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Labrador Retriever and how the Saint Bernard compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Labrador Retriever and of the Saint Bernard to other breeds:
Labrador Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Labrador Retriever versus French Bulldog Labrador Retriever versus Pomapoo Labrador Retriever versus Swedish Vallhund Labrador Retriever versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Labrador Retriever versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Labrador Retriever versus Papillon Labrador Retriever versus Golden Cocker Retriever Labrador Retriever versus Westiepoo Labrador Retriever versus Stabyhoun Labrador Retriever versus Bichon Frise Labrador Retriever versus Schipperke Labrador Retriever versus Bloodhound Labrador Retriever versus Whippet Labrador Retriever versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Labrador Retriever versus Saluki Labrador Retriever versus Labradoodle Labrador Retriever versus American Hairless Terrier Labrador Retriever versus Afghan Hound Labrador Retriever versus Maltipoo Labrador Retriever versus Cavachon Labrador Retriever versus Shetland Sheepdog Labrador Retriever versus Sloughi Labrador Retriever versus French Spaniel Labrador Retriever versus Finnish Lapphund Labrador Retriever versus Borzoi
Saint Bernard Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saint Bernard versus American Foxhound Saint Bernard versus Shiloh Shepherd Saint Bernard versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Saint Bernard versus Jack Russell Terrier Saint Bernard versus Field Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Portuguese Water Dog Saint Bernard versus Barbet Saint Bernard versus French Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Miniature Poodle Saint Bernard versus French Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Welsh Terrier Saint Bernard versus Basenji Saint Bernard versus Morkie Saint Bernard versus Bedlington Terrier Saint Bernard versus Harrier Saint Bernard versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Saint Bernard versus American Staffordshire Terrier Saint Bernard versus Japanese Spitz Saint Bernard versus Akita Chow Saint Bernard versus Japanese Spitz Saint Bernard versus Lagotto Romagnolo Saint Bernard versus Basset Hound Saint Bernard versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Saint Bernard versus Mal Shi Saint Bernard versus West Highland White Terrier
Conclusion: Labrador Retriever versus Saint Bernard. 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 Labrador Retriever and the Saint Bernard better suits you and your family.