Breed Comparison: Newfoundland Versus Saint Bernard

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Newfoundland Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland or the Saint Bernard.

Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard: Overview

Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are similar in size. The Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are both giant-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are Working Dogs. This means both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard 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.

Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard

Factor Newfoundland Saint Bernard
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
General Health 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 4/5
Weight 100 to 150 pounds 120 to 180 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Height 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 5 inches tall at the sho 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 1/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 10 years 8 to 10 years
Average Lifespan 9.0 years 9.0 years
Average Price $2160 $1320
Price Range $1875 – $2500 $875 – $1525
Temperament Score 87.5 percent 84.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA Website
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – Min Age 24 Months
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 22 Months
  • Hip Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 37 49
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 34 65

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland is 73 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 Newfoundland. 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard

    Below is a list of where the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are most different:

  • Newfoundlands have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Saint Bernards have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Newfoundlands are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Saint Bernards are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Newfoundlands are very easy to train. However, Saint Bernards are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard

    The Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are most similar:

  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are very playful.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard.

    Newfoundlands weigh 100 to 150 pounds when fully grown. Newfoundlands are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 5 inches tall at the sho 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 Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

    The lifespan of Newfoundlands is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Newfoundlands is 9.0 years.

    The lifespan of Saint Bernards is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Saint Bernards is 9.0 years.

    Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

    Temperament of the Newfoundland Versus the Saint Bernard

    The Newfoundland has a better temperament than the Saint Bernard.

    This is because the temperament score for the Newfoundland is 87.5 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 87.5 percent, the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard by measuring the temperaments of 176 Newfoundlands and 53 Saint Bernards.

    Price of Newfoundland versus Price of Saint Bernard

    The average price of the Newfoundland puppy is $2160. The price of the Newfoundland typically ranges from $1875 – $2500. However, the price of a Newfoundland can be as low as $350 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 204 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland is more expensive than the Saint Bernard.

    Newfoundland Saint Bernard
    Average Price $2160 $1320
    Price Range $1875 to $2500 $875 to $1525

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Newfoundland and Saint Bernard. For different price points, the charts show how many Newfoundland puppies or how many Saint Bernard puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Newfoundlands. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Newfoundlands. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Newfoundland 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.

    Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

    Adopting the Newfoundland versus Adopting the Saint Bernard

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundland named Bosley that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Newfoundlands like Bosley on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Newfoundlands, Saint Bernards are also available for adoption. For example, Mezcal is a Male Saint Bernard that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Saint Bernards like Mezcal that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Teddy is the name of another Newfoundland (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Newfoundlands and Saint Bernards that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Newfoundland versus the Intelligence of the Saint Bernard

    Newfoundland Saint Bernard
    Intelligence Rank 34 out of 130 dog breeds 65 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 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:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • 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 Newfoundland has an obedience intelligence rank of 34 out of 130 dog breeds. The Newfoundland belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Newfoundlands tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Newfoundland is more popular with dog owners than the Saint Bernard. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Newfoundland is 37 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Saint Bernard is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Newfoundland

    Popularity of Newfoundland

    Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Year Newfoundland Popularity Rank Saint Bernard Popularity Rank
    2013 37 47
    2014 37 51
    2015 37 50
    2016 35 49
    2017 36 48
    2018 40 48
    2019 40 48
    2020 41 52

    Health Problems of Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Saint Bernard is prone to more genetic health problems than the Newfoundland.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Saint Bernard than for the Newfoundland.

    5 health tests are recommended for Newfoundland while 6 tests are recommended for the Saint Bernard.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Newfoundlands and in Saint Bernards.

    Newfoundland Health Problems

    Newfoundlands are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Newfoundland 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 Newfoundlands for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA Website
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Newfoundlands 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:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – Min Age 24 Months
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 22 Months
  • Hip Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Saint Bernards here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundland Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Newfoundland ranks 1 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 129 Newfoundlands, 13 of them had Shoulder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Newfoundlands, and how common these diseases are in Newfoundlands relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 1 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 15 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 28 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 33 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 36 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 48 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 78 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 101 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 122 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • 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:

  • Hips problems: Rank 7 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 23 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 33 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 45 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 99 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Newfoundland and in Saint Bernard and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard:

    Disease Newfoundland Rank Saint Bernard Rank
    Shoulder problems 1 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 15 out of 144 dog breeds 33 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 28 out of 198 dog breeds 7 out of 198 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 33 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 36 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 48 out of 70 dog breeds 45 out of 70 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 78 out of 182 dog breeds 23 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 101 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 122 out of 145 dog breeds 99 out of 145 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: Newfoundland versus Saint Bernard

    Newfoundlands do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Bernards do not like to be left alone.

    Do Newfoundlands shed more than Saint Bernards?

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundland or the Saint Bernard

    Newfoundlands have a very high tendency to drool.

    Saint Bernards have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Newfoundland or the Saint Bernard?

    Newfoundlands require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Saint Bernards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Newfoundland Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?

    Newfoundlands 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 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 Newfoundlands Bark and Howl? What about Saint Bernards?

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Newfoundlands can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Saint Bernards can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Newfoundland vs. Saint Bernard

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Newfoundlands cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Newfoundland or the Saint Bernard?

    Newfoundlands get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Bernards get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Newfoundlands good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands and Saint Bernards?

    Newfoundlands get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Newfoundland Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?

    Newfoundlands are very easy to train.

    Saint Bernards are not easy to train.

    Is the Newfoundland Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Bernard?

    Newfoundlands do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Saint Bernards adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Newfoundland or the Saint Bernard?

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundland

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

  • Golden Retriever (71 percent match with Newfoundland). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Golden Retriever.
  • Bernese Mountain Dog (79 percent match with Newfoundland). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Bernese Mountain Dog.
  • 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:

  • King Shepherd (71 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Newfoundland vs King Shepherd.
  • Spinone Italiano (68 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Newfoundland vs Spinone Italiano.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Newfoundland and how the Saint Bernard compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Newfoundland and of the Saint Bernard to other breeds:

    Newfoundland Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Newfoundland versus Norfolk Terrier     Newfoundland versus Standard Schnauzer     Newfoundland versus Japanese Spitz     Newfoundland versus Norwich Terrier     Newfoundland versus German Longhaired Pointer     Newfoundland versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Newfoundland versus Basenji     Newfoundland versus Bulldog     Newfoundland versus Lancashire Heeler     Newfoundland versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Newfoundland versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Newfoundland versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Newfoundland versus Golden Retriever     Newfoundland versus Harrier     Newfoundland versus Miniature Pinscher     Newfoundland versus Redbone Coonhound     Newfoundland versus Weimaraner     Newfoundland versus West Highland White Terrier     Newfoundland versus Maltese     Newfoundland versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Newfoundland versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Newfoundland versus Lhasa Apso     Newfoundland versus Briard     Newfoundland versus Dutch Shepherd     Newfoundland versus Chinook     

    Saint Bernard Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Bernard versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Saint Bernard versus Dutch Shepherd     Saint Bernard versus Goldendoodle     Saint Bernard versus Frenchton     Saint Bernard versus Dutch Shepherd     Saint Bernard versus Greyhound     Saint Bernard versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Saint Bernard versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Saint Bernard versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Saint Bernard versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Saint Bernard versus Greyhound     Saint Bernard versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Saint Bernard versus King Shepherd     Saint Bernard versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Saint Bernard versus Pyredoodle     Saint Bernard versus Dutch Shepherd     Saint Bernard versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Saint Bernard versus Dachshund     Saint Bernard versus Black Mouth Cur     Saint Bernard versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Saint Bernard versus Norwegian Lundehund     Saint Bernard versus Labrador Retriever     Saint Bernard versus Pomapoo     Saint Bernard versus Brittany     Saint Bernard versus Bernese Mountain Dog     

    Conclusion: Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Saint Bernard better suits you and your family.