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Compare Great Pyrenees and Boerboel. Which is better: Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff?
Name | Great Pyrenees | Boerboel | Bullmastiff |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Working Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 66 | 124 | 51 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff breeds. |
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees |
South African Mastiff South African Boerboel |
Bullie Bully |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is the largest? | Giant | Large Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) | 154-200 pounds (70-90 kg) | Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) | 177 pounds (80 kg) | Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff height comparison: | Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) | Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm) | Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) | Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm) | Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Find price differences between these breeds. | $500-$600 | $1500-$2000 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? | Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is easiest to train? | Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. | Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. | Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most alert? | Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most protective? | Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. | Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff? Compare temperaments. |
Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless |
Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial |
Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff? | Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison: | Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. | Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. | Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. | Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Boerboel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Bullmastiff dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most vocal? | Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. | Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. | Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most playful? | Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bullmastiff indoors. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most flexible? | Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? | Great Pyrenees dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which uses mouth most during play? | Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has the strongest bite? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has fewer health issues? | Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs. | Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Very healthy dog breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia |
Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most active? | Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need. | Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? | Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep. | Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which needs most food? | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals | 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. What colors are available? | White | Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish | Red Fawn Brindle |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. | Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which drools least? | The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Double |
Dense Shiny Smooth | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or {name3 shedding: | Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. | Boerboel dogs shed moderately. | Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is best with kids? | Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly? | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? | Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Boerboel or Bullmastiff? | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff? |
Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people. | Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for draft work? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has most puppies? | 6-9 puppies | 7-10 puppies | 4-13 puppies, average 8 |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Great Pyrenees vs Boerboel vs Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Pyrenees, Boerboel, and Bullmastiff. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club |
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