Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Labrador Retriever Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Labrador Retriever

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🀝 Tie

Easiest to Train

Labrador Retriever

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

6/6

100%

Labrador Retriever

πŸ‘‘ Winner

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

Basic Info

Origin
Switzerl
Canada
England
Popularity
#75
#1
Common Names & Aliases
SwissyGreat Swiss Mountain DogGrosser Schweizer SennenhundLarge Swiss Mountain DogGreat Swiss Cattle DogBouvier Suisse
LabLabrador
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Large
Weight Statistics
59-61 kg
Male: 27-34 kg, Female: 25-32 kg
Average Weight
60.1 kg
Male: 30.6 kg, Female: 28.3 kg
Height
60-72 cm
Male: 56-61 cm, Female: 53-58 cm
Average Height
66 cm
Male: 58.5 cm, Female: 55.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
2/5
5/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
5/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
3/5
Price Range
$2000-$2500
$1000-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AlertFearlessProtectiveDevotedGood-naturedSelfishConfidence
AffectionateCheerfulFriendlyIntelligentLoyalPlayfulSocialAlertEnergeticGentleLovingGoingResponsive
Sensitivity Level
4/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
3/5
Prey Drive
4/5
2/5
Affection Level
4/5
2/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
3/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
2/5
2/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Moderate
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
5/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
10-12 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers cold weather
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
BloatEpilepsyDigestive ProblemsHip DysplasiaDistichiasis
Acute Moist DermatitisBloatCataractsCold TailEar InfectionsElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyHip DysplasiaMyopathyOsteochondrosis DissecansProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
5/5
Food Consumption
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
WhiteRedBlack
YellowChocolateBlack
Grooming Requirements
1/5
1/5
Shedding Level
1/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
3/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
High
Coat Characteristics
Dense
DenseHardWaterproofShort
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
5/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Yes
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Yes
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Yes
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Yes
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
5-10 puppies
5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine Association, Inc.American Canine RegistryAmerican Pet Registry, Inc.Continental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.North American Purebred Registry, Inc.National Kennel Club
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian 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.
Winner / Best value