Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Reserved

Intelligent
Obedient
Friendly
Gentle

Great Dane, Great Pyrenees

Italian Gun Dogs, Native Dogs

Unknown

1890s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Blue
Brindle
Fawn

White
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn

Great Pyredanes have medium-length coats.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A Great Pyredane can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Osteosarcoma
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Wobbler's Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Neurological Testing

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Great Pyredanes are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Great Pyredane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Great Pyredanes require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Great Pyredanes bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Walk, Run, Nap, Walking, Fetch, Cuddles, Running, Swimming, Playing chase, Hugs, Walks, Naps, Watching tv, Trips, Petting, Brushing, Play, Bedtime, Tag, Tug-of-war, Chewing on toys, Ball toss, Catch treats, Chasing balls

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hunt

Great Pyredanes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyredane, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound), it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Great Pyredane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Great Pyredane feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-55 pound (16 - 25 kg) Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Great Pyredane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyredane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Great Pyredane has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Great Pyredane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Great Pyredanes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Great Pyredanes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Great Pyredanes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Great Pyredanes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.