Breed comparison
Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Pyrenees
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
5Affection with family5
3Good with young children3
3Good with other dogs3
3Openness to strangers3
3Playfulness3
3Energy level3
4Trainability3
4Mental stimulation needs3
4Adaptability3
5Watchdog / protective5
3Barking3
4Shedding3
1Coat grooming2
5Drooling3
The biggest differences
- Drooling: the Dogue de Bordeaux scores 5 out of 5, the Great Pyrenees 3.
They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Dogue de Bordeaux if you want a dog that is easier to train, you live in a smaller home or move often. Pick the Great Pyrenees if you want less dog hair.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.