Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Moderate Shedding: He does shed, however. He’ll lose some hair year-round and go through a heavier shed in the spring and fall. A shedding blade will come in handy to remove the shedding hair, and additional brushing during that time will help keep loose hairs off your floor, furniture, and clothing. Easy Training: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog must be handled with a loving, consistent approach and on an even keel. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is an eager learner and is very responsive to its trainer's voice. Training must be consistent but not severe, allowing the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to develop a clear understanding of what is allowed and what is not. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a very ancient breed, tracing its time of origin to approximately 2,000 years ago as a direct result of the Roman invasion and conquest of Europe. As a result of the crossing of the Roman Mastiffs with the local Swiss working dogs came the four Sennenhund breeds: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, Appenzeller Sennenhund, Entlebucher Mountain Dog and the Bernese Mountain Dog. It is generally accepted that the GSMD was the first of these breeds, and the other three developed from it. The "Swissy" is also thought to have been a major influence on the Rottweiler. They were first recognized by the AKC in 1995. The GSMD's talents are tracking, watchdog, guarding, carting and competitive obedience.
| Dog Friendly: | 4 stars |
| Intelligence: | 2 stars Ranking: # Full Ranking List |
| Rank: | Boy Names |
| Weight: | 130-135 pounds (59-61 kg) |
| 07: | Riley |
| Apartment Friendly: | 3 stars They will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. They prefer cool climates. A small yard is sufficient. |
| Child Friendly: | 4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers. |
| Watchdog Ability: | 5 stars |
| 02: | Leo |
| 09: | Sam |
| Litter Size: | 5-10 puppies |
| Temperament: | Alert Devoted Fearless Good-natured Protective Self-confidence |
| Trainability: | 4 stars More + Less - Easy Training: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog must be handled with a loving, consistent approach and on an even keel. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is an eager learner and is very responsive to its trainer's voice. Training must be consistent but not severe, allowing the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to develop a clear understanding of what is allowed and what is not. |
| Grooming: | 1 stars Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed. |
| Name: | Greater Swiss Mountain Dog |
| Popularity: | 2022: #83 2021: #78 2020: #76 2019: #73 2018: #74 2017: #75 2016: #78 2015: #78 |
| 06: | Henry |
| Health Issues: | 3 stars Hypoallergenic: NoProne to bloat, epilepsy, digestive disorders, hip dysplasia and distichiasis (extra eyelashes). |
| Puppy Prices: | Average $1200 - $2800 USD Swissys are a rare breed, even today, both in the United States and their native Switzerland. Usually, the average price of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy from a reputable breeder is between $1,200 and $2,800, while a top-quality Miniature Pinscher puppy can cost as high as $3,500. Their price depends upon the pup’s age, sex, quality, pedigree, and breeder’s location. |
| Exercise Needs: | 3 stars Moderate exercise is needed, however they do need to be taken on a daily, long walk, where the dog is made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, never in front, as instinct tells a dog the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. |
| Life span: | 10-12 years |
| Size: | Giant |
| Adaptability: | 3 stars |
| Barking Tendencies: | 2 stars Occassional |
| Height: | 23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm) |
| Origin: | Switzerland |
| Playfulness: | 4 stars |
| 01: | Buddy |
| 03: | Dexter |
| 08: | Oliver |
| Stranger Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Type: | Purebred |
| Breed Group: | Working (AKC:1995) Guardian Dogs (UKC) |
| Cat Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Colors: | Black White & Red |
| Other names: | Great Swiss Mountain Dog, Swissy |
| Shedding Level: | 1 stars More + Less - Moderate Shedding: He does shed, however. He’ll lose some hair year-round and go through a heavier shed in the spring and fall. A shedding blade will come in handy to remove the shedding hair, and additional brushing during that time will help keep loose hairs off your floor, furniture, and clothing. |
| 04: | Buster |
| 05: | Toby |
| 10: | Murphy |