Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Bold
Cheerful
Cooperative
Boisterous

Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

German Shorthaired Labs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

United States

Asia

Labrador Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brown
White
Black

White
Cream

German Shorthaired Labs have medium-length coats.

Great Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A German Shorthaired Lab can have a litter of 7-12 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.

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.

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Ear Infections

Entropion
Cataracts

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

Dog Parks, Walk, Run, Snuggling

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

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

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.

In general most German Shorthaired Labs 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.

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 German Shorthaired Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) German Shorthaired Lab 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 German Shorthaired Lab 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 German Shorthaired Lab 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.

German Shorthaired Lab is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

German Shorthaired Labs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

The German Shorthaired Lab is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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