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

Curious
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Quiet

Great Pyredanes are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Saint Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Great Dane, Great Pyrenees

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Brindle
Fawn

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

Great Pyredanes have medium-length coats.

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Saint Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Great Pyredanes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Saint Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Great Pyredanes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Saint Shepherd breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Osteosarcoma
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Wobbler's Syndrome

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Neurological Testing

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Great Pyredanes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Saint Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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, Napping, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Movie marathons, Frisbee, Walks, Hunting, Swimming, Traveling, Run, Tricks, Chase, Walk, Play keep away, Play, Playdate, Water play, Hide & Seek, Playing fetch, Hike, Tag, Walkin, Play time, Training, Sleeping, Swim, Brushing

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.

Saint Shepherds 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Pyredanes usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Saint Shepherds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Saint Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Great Pyredane should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Saint Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 95-150 pound (43 - 68 kg) Saint Shepherd feed 4.5 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 Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 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 Saint Shepherd is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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 Great Pyredane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Saint Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Saint Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Great Pyredanes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Saint Shepherds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Saint Shepherds 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.

Saint Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Great Pyredanes are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Saint Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.