Saint Bernard vs Bernese Mountain Dog
Compare Saint Bernard and Bernese Mountain Dog: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Saint Bernard
VS
Bernese Mountain Dog
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Saint Bernard
Bernese Mountain Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
2 – Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
2 – Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Height
65 – 90 cm
58 – 70 cm
Weight
60 – 100 kg
35 – 55 kg
Life Expectancy
8 – 10 years
7 – 9 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
5/5
5/5
Barking Level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Saint Bernard
Great with Kids
Giant
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Quiet
Easy to Train
Giant
Summary
About Saint Bernard
Large, gentle mountain dog developed by Swiss monks for rescue and companionship. Calm and affectionate, especially with children, but very big, drooly, and heavy shedding. Needs moderate exercise, careful joint and health management, and close inclusion in family life.
About Bernese Mountain Dog
Large Swiss farm-bred dog with a strong, balanced build and a thick tricolour coat. Affectionate, people focused, and usually gentle with children. Needs moderate daily exercise, cool climates, regular grooming, and kind training. Health screening is crucial due to joint issues and cancers.
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