Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Affectionate
Alert
Bright
Keen
Patient
Playful
Athletic
Easygoing
Lively

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

French Bulldogs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Great Pyrenees if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

French Bulldogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Asia

France

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

Mastiff, Molossian

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Ancient Times

1800s

Working (AKC:1933)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1898)
Companion (UKC)

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Fawn
Cream
Black
White

Great Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

French Bulldogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

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

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

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

While the French Bulldog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
Hip Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Entropion
Cataracts

Distichiasis
Cherry Eye
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Spine
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Great Pyreneess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

French Bulldogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

French Bulldog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Great Pyreneess need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

French Bulldogs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

Great Pyrenees has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

French Bulldog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

French Bulldogs are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Great Pyrenees dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While French Bulldog dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Sniff, Sit, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Mouthing, Play, Being outside, People, Tug-of-war, Run, Walking, W, Hike, Going on drives, Car rides, Hiking, Tug of war, Hide and seek, Throw the ball

Jumping, Sleep, Walking, Walk, Fetch, Running, Ball, Belly rubs, Playing, Petting, Sniffing, Sniffing around, Laying down, Treats, Tricks, Cuddling, Eating grass, Walk, fetch, Chasing toys, Play keep away, Sitting, Eating Snacks, Nap, Socializing, Sleeping, Dog Parks, Play, Meeting people, Chase, Tug-of-war

Great Pyreneess 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.

French Bulldogs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. French Bulldog dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyrenees, it's at least 12 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 French Bulldog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Pyreneess 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 French Bulldogs usually need at least 30 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 Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The French Bulldog has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Great Pyrenees 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.

For an average 17-28 pound (8 - 13 kg) French Bulldog feed 1.8 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 Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a French Bulldog is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyrenees is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 French Bulldog is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Pyreneess are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

French Bulldog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

French Bulldogs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Great Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

French Bulldogs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

French Bulldogs are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

French Bulldogs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

French Bulldogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

French Bulldogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

French Bulldogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.