Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

A big, protective, and loyal teddy bear, perfect for those who love large, sturdy, and faithful dogs.

🏞 History

This mastodon descends from the ancient Swiss drovers used to pull and protect herds. Back in the day, it was the farmers' bodyguard, ultra-reliable and always ready to work.

🐕 Breed Profile

With its Bernese Mountain Dog look in XXL version and slightly shorter fur, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog makes an impression. It has a smooth and majestic gait, giving it a natural presence. Large, sturdy, and muscular, it is built for the outdoors and loves to have space to move.

🔍 In Brief

• Weight: 88-110 lbs (males), 77-99 lbs (females)
• Height: 25-28 in (males), 24-27 in (females)
•  Hypoallergenic: No
• Life expectancy: 10-12 years
• Physical activity needs: 1 to 1.5 hours per day

❤️ Personality & Compatibility

• Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
• Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (super cuddly)
• Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (good guardian, but not aggressive)
• Playful: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (more chill than hyper)
• Vocalizations: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (quiet)
• Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (needs firm training)
• Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (zero hunting instinct)
• Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
• Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (active, but not super fast)
• Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (attached to its humans, but not clingy)

Compatibility

• Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (ultra gentle and patient)
• Animals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (sociable with everyone)
• Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (rather wary)
• Apartment: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (way too big for that)

🏡 Lifestyle

This big guy is not made for apartment living; he needs space! Ideally, a house with a large, well-fenced garden. He loves being close to his family and doesn't like being left alone too much.

🛠 Hygiene & Care

Maintenance difficulty: ⭐⭐☆☆☆

Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Maintenance frequency: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

💰 Budget

Purchase price: €1,100 - €1,600

Average annual cost: €1,000 - €1,500 (food, vet, accessories)