What is the difference between Bulldog and St. Bernard?

When comparing Bulldog and St. Bernard, there are several differences in size, temperament, grooming needs, and other characteristics. See the detailed comparison table above for specifics.

Which is better: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

The "better" breed depends on your lifestyle and needs. Both breeds have their unique advantages and characteristics. Consider your living situation, activity level, and family circumstances when making your decision.

Bulldog vs St. Bernard Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

Bulldog

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

🤝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🤝 Tie

Easiest to Train

St. Bernard

2/5 · Challenging

Most Active

🤝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

5/6

83%

Bulldog

5/6

83%

St. Bernard

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

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Unit

Breed

Origins

Group

Popularity Rank

#48

Reviews

User Ratings

4.6/5

5.0/5

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Common Names & Aliases

Compare different names used for Bulldog and St. Bernard. What other names are these breeds known by?

British BulldogEnglish Bulldog

Alpine MastiffBernhardinerSt. BarnhardshundSt. BernardSaint

Breed Classification

Compare breed classifications between a Bulldog and a St. Bernard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.

Purebred

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Size Classification

Which is bigger: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare size differences between these breeds.

Medium

Giant

Weight Statistics

Compare weight ranges between a Bulldog and a St. Bernard. Which breed is heavier?

Male: 24-25 kgFemale: 22-23 kg

50-91 kg

Average Weight

Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?

Male: 24.5 kgFemale: 22.7 kg

70.3 kg

Height

Which is taller, Bulldog or St. Bernard? Is a Bulldog taller than a St. Bernard?

31-40 cmThere is no prescribed heightbut shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

61-70 cm

Average Height

Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?

35.5 cmThere is no prescribed heightbut shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

65.5 cm

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Intelligence Rating

Which breed scores better for intelligence rating: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

1/5

2/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for intelligence rating, with a rating of 2/5, while Bulldog, scoring slightly lower at 1/5.

Watchdog Rating

Which breed scores better for watchdog rating: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

3/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for watchdog rating (3/5).

Training Difficulty

Which breed scores better for training difficulty: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

2/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for training difficulty (2/5).

Territorial Protection

Which breed scores better for territorial protection: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

2/5

4/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for territorial protection, with a rating of 4/5, while Bulldog, scoring lower at 2/5.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Price Range

Compare puppy prices between a Bulldog and a St. Bernard. Which breed costs more?

💰$1200-$2000

💰$1500-$1800

Availability

Which breed is easier to get: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest availability rating of 5/5.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Personality Traits

Compare personalities of a Bulldog and a St. Bernard. How do their temperaments differ?

AggressiveFriendlySocialCourageousLovingSweet

FriendlyIndependentGoingSocialGentleHappyQuiet

Sensitivity Level

Which breed scores better for sensitivity level: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

4/5

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for sensitivity level, with a perfect score of 5/5, while Bulldog, scoring slightly lower at 4/5.

Impulse to Wander or Roam

Which breed scores better for impulse to wander or roam: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

1/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for impulse to wander or roam (1/5).

Prey Drive

Which breed scores better for prey drive: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

2/5Top Pick

1/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for prey drive, with a rating of 2/5, while St. Bernard, scoring slightly lower at 1/5.

Affection Level

Which breed scores better for affection level: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for affection level (5/5).

Social Needs

Which breed scores better for social needs: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

4/5

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for social needs, with a perfect score of 5/5, while Bulldog, scoring slightly lower at 4/5.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Barking Frequency

Which breed scores better for barking frequency: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

1/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for barking frequency (1/5).

Playful Nature

Which breed scores better for playful nature: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

1/5

2/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for playful nature, with a rating of 2/5, while Bulldog, scoring slightly lower at 1/5.

Apartment Adaptability

Which breed scores better for apartment adaptability: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

3/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for apartment adaptability, with a perfect score of 5/5, while St. Bernard, scoring lower at 3/5.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Lifestyle Adaptability

Which breed scores better for lifestyle adaptability: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

4/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for lifestyle adaptability, with a perfect score of 5/5, while St. Bernard, scoring slightly lower at 4/5.

Alone Time Tolerance

Which handles being alone better: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare separation anxiety tendencies.

⚠️Low

❌Very Low

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Bite Risk Assessment

Which has lower bite risk: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare biting tendencies.

🟡Moderate

Mouthing Tendency

Which breed scores better for mouthing tendency: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

2/5Top Pick

1/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for mouthing tendency, with a rating of 2/5, while St. Bernard, scoring slightly lower at 1/5.

Bite Strength Rating

Which has a stronger bite: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare bite force PSI.

🐕Between 200 and 400 PSI

🦮Above 400 PSI

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Average Lifespan

Which lives longer: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare average lifespans.

🕐8-10 years

Climate Tolerance

Which handles weather better: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare climate tolerances.

☀️Prefers warm weather

☀️Tolerates warm and cold weather

Health Concerns

Which breed scores better for health concerns: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for health concerns (5/5).

Health Problems

Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bulldog vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:

Brachycephalic SyndromeCherry EyeDemodectic MangeDry EyeEntropionHead ShakesHip DysplasiaPatellar LuxationReverse Sneezing

AllergiesBloatCataractsDilated CardiomyopathyElbow DysplasiaEntropionEpilepsyHip Dysplasia

Vet Care Frequency

Which needs more vet care: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare veterinary requirements.

💚Rare

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Energy Rating

Which breed scores better for energy rating: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

2/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for energy rating (2/5).

Sleeping Need

Which breed scores better for sleeping need: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

4/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for sleeping need (4/5).

Activity Requirement / Exercise Need

Which breed scores better for activity requirement / exercise need: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

1/5

2/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for activity requirement / exercise need, with a rating of 2/5, while Bulldog, scoring slightly lower at 1/5.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Obesity Tendency

Which breed scores better for obesity tendency: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

4/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for obesity tendency, with a perfect score of 5/5, while St. Bernard, scoring slightly lower at 4/5.

Food Consumption

Which eats more: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare daily food needs.

🍽️🍽️🍽️🍽️🍽️1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

🍽️🍽️🍽️🍽️🍽️6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Allergy Friendliness

Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare allergy friendliness.

❌No

Coat Colors

What color variations exist for Bulldog and St. Bernard? Compare breed colors.

BrindleWhiteFawnGrayRed

BrownRedWhiteBrindleTricolorBlack

Grooming Requirements

Which breed scores better for grooming requirements: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

3/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for grooming requirements (3/5).

Shedding Level

Which breed scores better for shedding level: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

3/5

4/5Top Pick

Verdict: St. Bernard performs best for shedding level, with a rating of 4/5, while Bulldog, scoring slightly lower at 3/5.

Drooling Tendency

Which breed scores better for drooling tendency: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for drooling tendency (5/5).

Stinkiness Rating

Which has less odor: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare natural smell levels.

👃👃👃👃👃High

Coat Characteristics

How do coats differ between a Bulldog and a St. Bernard? Compare fur types.

Fine

SmoothRoughDense

Bathing Needs

Which needs more baths: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare bathing frequencies.

🚿3-4 weeks

🚿4-6 weeks

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Cat Friendly

Which breed scores better for cat friendly: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for cat friendly (5/5).

Child Compatibility

Which breed scores better for child compatibility: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

4/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for child compatibility, with a perfect score of 5/5, while St. Bernard, scoring slightly lower at 4/5.

Dog Friendly

Which breed scores better for dog friendly: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

Verdict: There is no clear winner: Bulldog and St. Bernard are tied with the highest rating for dog friendly (5/5).

Stranger Friendly

Which breed scores better for stranger friendly: Bulldog or St. Bernard?

5/5Top Pick

3/5

Verdict: Bulldog performs best for stranger friendly, with a perfect score of 5/5, while St. Bernard, scoring lower at 3/5.

Office Friendly

Are Bulldog dogs good office canines? Do Bulldog dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?

❌No

Senior Citizens Friendly

Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the St. Bernard temperament with senior people? Are dogs good for elderly owners?

💚Highly Recommended

👍Recommended

Pet Compatibility

Which is better with other pets: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare compatibility.

🐾Excellent

Good For First Time Owners

Is Bulldog breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Bulldog breed suitable for first-time owners?

❌No

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Service Dog Capability

Which makes a better service dog: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare service capabilities.

⭐●●●●●Not really

Therapy Work Suitability

Which is better for therapy work: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare therapy capabilities.

⭐●●●●●Not really

⭐●●●●●Yes

Scent Detection Ability

Which is better at detection work: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare scenting abilities.

⭐●●●●●Not really

Search & Rescue Potential

Which is better for search and rescue: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare SAR abilities.

Not really

✅Yes

Maritime Work Ability

Which is better on boats: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare maritime abilities.

⭐●●●●●Not really

Draft Work Capability

Which is better at pulling: a Bulldog or a St. Bernard? Compare draft work capabilities.

⭐●●●●●Yes

Military Service Background

Compare military history between Bulldog and St. Bernard. Which has stronger military background?

Not really

Yes

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Puppy Litter Size

Compare litter sizes between Bulldog and St. Bernard. Which has larger litters?

🐶🐶🐶4-5 puppies

🐶🐶🐶🐶6-8 puppies

Pregnancy Duration

Compare pregnancy duration between Bulldog and St. Bernard breeds.

🤰60-64 days

Breeding Frequency

Compare breeding frequencies between Bulldog and St. Bernard. Which needs longer recovery?

💚Once a year.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

AKC Classification

Compare AKC classifications of Bulldog and St. Bernard. Which groups do they belong to?

🏅Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.

🏅Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.

FCI Classification

Compare FCI classifications of Bulldog and St. Bernard. Which groups are they in?

🏅Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.

🏅Not recognized by FCI.

Kennel Club Recognition

Compare kennel club recognition between Bulldog and St. Bernard. Which is more widely recognized?

🏅American Canine Registry🏅American Kennel Club🏅America's Pet Registry🏅Australian National Kennel Council🏅Canadian Kennel Club🏅Continental Kennel Club🏅Dog Registry of America Inc.🏅Federation Cynologique Internationale🏅Kennel Club of Great Britain🏅National Kennel Club🏅New Zealand Kennel Club🏅North American Purebred Registry, Inc.🏅United Kennel Club🏅American Canine Association, Inc.

Bulldog

St. Bernard

Basic Info

Origin

England

Italy

Switzerl

Group

Companion Dogs

Working Dogs

Popularity

#48

Common Names & Aliases

British BulldogEnglish Bulldog

Alpine MastiffBernhardinerSt. BarnhardshundSt. BernardSaint

Breed Classification

Purebred

Size Classification

Medium

Giant

Weight Statistics

Male: 24-25 kg, Female: 22-23 kg

50-91 kg

Average Weight

Male: 24.5 kg, Female: 22.7 kg

70.3 kg

Height

31-40 cm, There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

61-70 cm

Average Height

35.5 cm, There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

65.5 cm

Intelligence Rating

1/5

2/5

Watchdog Rating

3/5

Training Difficulty

2/5

Territorial Protection

2/5

4/5

Price Range

$1200-$2000

$1500-$1800

Availability

5/5

Personality Traits

AggressiveFriendlySocialCourageousLovingSweet

FriendlyIndependentGoingSocialGentleHappyQuiet

Sensitivity Level

4/5

5/5

Impulse to Wander or Roam

1/5

Prey Drive

2/5

1/5

Affection Level

5/5

Social Needs

4/5

5/5

Barking Frequency

1/5

Playful Nature

1/5

2/5

Apartment Adaptability

5/5

3/5

Lifestyle Adaptability

5/5

4/5

Alone Time Tolerance

Low

Very Low

Bite Risk Assessment

Moderate

Mouthing Tendency

2/5

1/5

Bite Strength Rating

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Above 400 PSI

Average Lifespan

8-10 years

Climate Tolerance

Prefers warm weather

Tolerates warm and cold weather

Health Concerns

5/5

Health Problems

Brachycephalic SyndromeCherry EyeDemodectic MangeDry EyeEntropionHead ShakesHip DysplasiaPatellar LuxationReverse Sneezing

AllergiesBloatCataractsDilated CardiomyopathyElbow DysplasiaEntropionEpilepsyHip Dysplasia

Vet Care Frequency

Rare

Energy Rating

2/5

Sleeping Need

4/5

Activity Requirement / Exercise Need

1/5

2/5

Obesity Tendency

5/5

4/5

Food Consumption

1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Allergy Friendliness

Coat Colors

BrindleWhiteFawnGrayRed

BrownRedWhiteBrindleTricolorBlack

Grooming Requirements

3/5

Shedding Level

3/5

4/5

Drooling Tendency

5/5

Stinkiness Rating

High

Coat Characteristics

Fine

SmoothRoughDense

Bathing Needs

3-4 weeks

4-6 weeks

Cat Friendly

5/5

Child Compatibility

5/5

4/5

Dog Friendly

5/5

Stranger Friendly

5/5

3/5

Office Friendly

Senior Citizens Friendly

Highly Recommended

Recommended

Pet Compatibility

Excellent

Good For First Time Owners

Service Dog Capability

Not really

Therapy Work Suitability

Not really

Yes

Scent Detection Ability

Not really

Search & Rescue Potential

Not really

Yes

Maritime Work Ability

Not really

Draft Work Capability

Yes

Military Service Background

Not really

Yes

Puppy Litter Size

4-5 puppies

6-8 puppies

Pregnancy Duration

60-64 days

Breeding Frequency

Once a year.

AKC Classification

Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.

Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.

FCI Classification

Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.

Not recognized by FCI.

Kennel Club Recognition

American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.

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Bulldog vs St. Bernard Comparison

Quick Verdict

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General

Common Names & Aliases

Breed Classification

Physical Traits & Appearance

Size Classification

Weight Statistics

Average Weight

Height

Average Height

Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating

Watchdog Rating

Training Difficulty

Territorial Protection

Price and Availability

Price Range

Availability

Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits

Sensitivity Level

Impulse to Wander or Roam

Prey Drive

Affection Level

Social Needs

Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency

Playful Nature

Apartment Adaptability

Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability

Alone Time Tolerance

Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment

Mouthing Tendency

Bite Strength Rating

Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan

Climate Tolerance

Health Concerns

Health Problems

Vet Care Frequency

Energy and Activity

Energy Rating

Sleeping Need

Activity Requirement / Exercise Need

Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency

Food Consumption

Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness

Coat Colors

Grooming Requirements

Shedding Level

Drooling Tendency

Stinkiness Rating

Coat Characteristics

Bathing Needs

Good With

Cat Friendly

Child Compatibility

Dog Friendly

Stranger Friendly

Office Friendly

Senior Citizens Friendly

Pet Compatibility

Good For First Time Owners

As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability

Therapy Work Suitability

Scent Detection Ability

Search & Rescue Potential

Maritime Work Ability

Draft Work Capability

Military Service Background

Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size

Pregnancy Duration