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Name	St. Bernard	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog	Boxer
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Switzerland	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	48	75	11
Reviews	9	2	8
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	132.5 pounds (60 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$1800	$2000-$2500	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: St. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	High: St. See more.	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boxer 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	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 St.	It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer mouthiness comparison:	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer energy level comparison:	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original St. Bernard, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Boxer color?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Red White	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The St. See more.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	No St.	Yes Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: St. Bernard or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Boxer? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can St. Bernard and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Boxer have?	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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St. Bernard vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet 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 United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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