Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Dalmadors make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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.

United States

Asia

Labrador Retriever and Dalmatian

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

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®

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

1980s

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black

White
Cream

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

Great Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Dalmador can have a litter of 5-10 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.

A Great Pyrenees can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Kidney Stones

Entropion
Cataracts

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Blood Tests and Analysis

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jogging, Running, Walk, Training, Bath time, Play, Fetch, Swim, Run, Playing fetch, Guarding Home, Walks, Cuddles, Walking, Learning, Swimming

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

In general most Dalmadors usually need at least 120 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 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.

The Dalmador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Great Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 54-80 pound (24 - 36 kg) Dalmador 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.

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.

The average cost of a Dalmador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Great Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 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.

Dalmador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Great Pyreneess are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

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

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

Dalmadors are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

Dalmadors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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