Independent
Happy
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Going
Social
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Quiet

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

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

English Foxhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

Great Britain

Great Pyrenees, Saint Bernard

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDRA = 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

2000s

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Pied
White
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Saint Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Saint Pyrenees can have a litter of 6-9 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.

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

The Saint Pyrenees 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.

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Entropion
Ectropion
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Cardiac
Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Saint Pyreneess are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

English Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

English Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

English Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

English Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Cuddles, Walks, Road trip, Playdate, Cuddling, Dog Parks, Walking, Tug of war, Eating Snacks, Dirt, Snow, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Frisbee, Walk, Snuggling, Hike, Puzzle Toys, Keep away, Go to Park, Cuddle, Plays, All, Ball chase, Play keep away, Drives

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Saint Pyrenees, it's at least 15 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 English Foxhound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

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

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

English Foxhound 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-180 pound (59 - 82 kg) Saint Pyrenees feed 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 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) English Foxhound 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.

The average cost of a Saint Pyrenees is somewhere $5.60 - $6.30 per day.

The average cost of an English Foxhound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Saint Pyrenees is between $168 - $189. This makes an average of $2016 - $2268 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 an English Foxhound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Saint Pyrenees has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

English Foxhounds 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.

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Saint Pyreneess are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

English Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

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

English Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.