Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Saint Bernard Versus Tibetan Spaniel: Introduction
- Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel: Overview
- Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel
- Lifespan of Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel
- Temperament of the Saint Bernard Versus the Tibetan Spaniel
- Price of Saint Bernard versus Price of Tibetan Spaniel
- Adopting the Saint Bernard versus Adopting the Tibetan Spaniel
- The Intelligence of the Saint Bernard versus the Intelligence of the Tibetan Spaniel
- The Popularity of Saint Bernard versus Popularity of Tibetan Spaniel
- Health Problems of Saint Bernard versus Health Problems of Tibetan Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel
- Do Saint Bernards shed more than Tibetan Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Does the Saint Bernard Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Do Saint Bernards Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
- Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Saint Bernard vs. Tibetan Spaniel
- Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Are Saint Bernards good family dogs? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Saint Bernards and Tibetan Spaniels?
- Is the Saint Bernard Easier to Train than the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Saint Bernard Versus Tibetan Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel? 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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Saint Bernard and for the Tibetan Spaniel. 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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel.
Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Saint Bernard is a giant-sized dog while the Tibetan Spaniel is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Tibetan Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Saint Bernard to the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel
Factor | Saint Bernard | Tibetan Spaniel |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Weight | 120 to 180 pounds | 9 to 15 pounds |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s | From 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 8 to 10 years | 12 to 15 years |
Average Lifespan | 9.0 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1320 | $1650 |
Price Range | $875 – $1525 | $1200 – $2000 |
Temperament Score | 84.9 percent | 91.7 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 49 | 117 |
Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 65 | 46 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Saint Bernard 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 Tibetan Spaniel. 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 Saint Bernard is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Tibetan Spaniel is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Tibetan Spaniel is a better pet than the Saint Bernard. So, you should get the Tibetan Spaniel!
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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel
The Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel.
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.
On the other hand, Tibetan Spaniels weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Spaniels are From 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel
The lifespan of Saint Bernards is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Saint Bernards is 9.0 years.
The lifespan of Tibetan Spaniels is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniels is 13.5 years.
Tibetan Spaniels live longer than Saint Bernards.
Temperament of the Saint Bernard Versus the Tibetan Spaniel
The Tibetan Spaniel has a better temperament than the Saint Bernard.
This is because the temperament score for the Tibetan Spaniel is 91.7 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 84.9 percent, the Saint Bernard has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 91.7 percent, the Tibetan Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 53 Saint Bernards and 12 Tibetan Spaniels.
Price of Saint Bernard versus Price of Tibetan Spaniel
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 a Saint Bernard can be as low as $200 and as high as $3550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 163 Saint Bernard puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Tibetan Spaniel puppy is $1650. The price of the Tibetan Spaniel typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Tibetan Spaniel can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 13 Tibetan Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Tibetan Spaniel is more expensive than the Saint Bernard.
Saint Bernard | Tibetan Spaniel | |
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Average Price | $1320 | $1650 |
Price Range | $875 to $1525 | $1200 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Saint Bernard and Tibetan Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Saint Bernard puppies or how many Tibetan Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Spaniels
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Saint Bernard puppy or the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Saint Bernard versus Adopting the Tibetan Spaniel
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Saint Bernards and many Tibetan Spaniels 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 Saint Bernard named Bartholomew that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Saint Bernards like Bartholomew on pefinder.com.
Also, like Saint Bernards, Tibetan Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Dan The Man is a Male Tibetan Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Spaniels like Dan The Man that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Lunchbox is the name of another Saint Bernard (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Saint Bernards and Tibetan Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Saint Bernard versus the Intelligence of the Tibetan Spaniel
Saint Bernard | Tibetan Spaniel | |
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Intelligence Rank | 65 out of 130 dog breeds | 46 out of 130 dog breeds |
Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 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 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 Tibetan Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 46 out of 130 dog breeds. The Tibetan Spaniel belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Tibetan Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Tibetan Spaniel 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 Saint Bernard versus Popularity of Tibetan Spaniel
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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Saint Bernard is more popular with dog owners than the Tibetan Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Saint Bernard is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Tibetan Spaniel is 117 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Saint Bernard
Popularity of Tibetan Spaniel
Year | Saint Bernard Popularity Rank | Tibetan Spaniel Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 47 | 106 |
2014 | 51 | 122 |
2015 | 50 | 115 |
2016 | 49 | 118 |
2017 | 48 | 121 |
2018 | 48 | 119 |
2019 | 48 | 117 |
2020 | 52 | 118 |
Health Problems of Saint Bernard versus Health Problems of Tibetan Spaniel
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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Saint Bernard than for the Tibetan Spaniel.
6 health tests are recommended for Saint Bernard while 4 tests are recommended for the Tibetan Spaniel.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Saint Bernards and in Tibetan Spaniels.
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.
Tibetan Spaniel Health Problems
Tibetan Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan Spaniels here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Saint Bernards and Tibetan Spaniels
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:
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 Tibetan Spaniel Breed is Patella problems.
This is because the Tibetan Spaniel ranks 6 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 295 Tibetan Spaniels, 30 of them had Patella problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Tibetan Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Tibetan Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Saint Bernard and in Tibetan Spaniel and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel:
Disease | Saint Bernard Rank | Tibetan Spaniel Rank |
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Hips problems | 7 out of 198 dog breeds | 97 out of 198 dog breeds |
Eyes problems | 23 out of 182 dog breeds | 104 out of 182 dog breeds |
Elbow problems | 33 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 45 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
Patella problems | 99 out of 145 dog breeds | 6 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: Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel
Saint Bernards do not like to be left alone.
Tibetan Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Saint Bernards shed more than Tibetan Spaniels?
Saint Bernards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Tibetan Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel
Saint Bernards have a very high tendency to drool.
Tibetan Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel?
Saint Bernards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Tibetan Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the Saint Bernard Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Spaniel?
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.
Tibetan Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Saint Bernards Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
Saint Bernards are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Tibetan Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Saint Bernards can very well tolerate cold weather.
Tibetan Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Saint Bernard vs. Tibetan Spaniel
Saint Bernards do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Tibetan Spaniels have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Tibetan Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel?
Saint Bernards get along very well with other dogs.
Tibetan Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Saint Bernards good family dogs? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
Saint Bernards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Tibetan Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Saint Bernards and Tibetan Spaniels?
Saint Bernards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Tibetan Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Saint Bernard Easier to Train than the Tibetan Spaniel?
Saint Bernards are not easy to train.
Tibetan Spaniels are very easy to train.
Is the Saint Bernard Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Spaniel?
Saint Bernards adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Tibetan Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Saint Bernard or the Tibetan Spaniel?
Saint Bernards are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Tibetan Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Saint Bernard and how the Tibetan Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Saint Bernard and of the Tibetan Spaniel to other breeds:
Saint Bernard Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saint Bernard versus French Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Patterdale Terrier Saint Bernard versus Lancashire Heeler Saint Bernard versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Affenhuahua Saint Bernard versus Shiranian Saint Bernard versus King Shepherd Saint Bernard versus Morkie Saint Bernard versus Spinone Italiano Saint Bernard versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Saint Bernard versus Lhasa Apso Saint Bernard versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Saint Bernard versus Pyrenean Shepherd Saint Bernard versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Coton de Tulear Saint Bernard versus Shih Tzu Saint Bernard versus English Setter Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Ibizan Hound Saint Bernard versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Saint Bernard versus Boerboel Saint Bernard versus Pharaoh Hound Saint Bernard versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Saint Bernard versus Braque du Bourbonnais Saint Bernard versus Ibizan Hound
Tibetan Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Tibetan Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog Tibetan Spaniel versus Aussiedoodle Tibetan Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier Tibetan Spaniel versus Komondor Tibetan Spaniel versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Tibetan Spaniel versus Catahoula Bulldog Tibetan Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso Tibetan Spaniel versus Bloodhound Tibetan Spaniel versus Black and Tan Coonhound Tibetan Spaniel versus Border Collie Tibetan Spaniel versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Tibetan Spaniel versus Briard Tibetan Spaniel versus Dogo Argentino Tibetan Spaniel versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Tibetan Spaniel versus Plott Tibetan Spaniel versus Beagle Tibetan Spaniel versus Saint Bernard Tibetan Spaniel versus Pointer Tibetan Spaniel versus Norwegian Lundehund Tibetan Spaniel versus English Cocker Spaniel Tibetan Spaniel versus Norwegian Buhund Tibetan Spaniel versus Boerboel Tibetan Spaniel versus Azawakh Tibetan Spaniel versus Pomsky Tibetan Spaniel versus Borzoi
Conclusion: Saint Bernard versus Tibetan Spaniel. 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 Saint Bernard and the Tibetan Spaniel better suits you and your family.