Choose a Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

Cirneco Dell'etnas make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Switzerland

Italy

Molosser, Mastiff-type

sight hound

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
Canadian Canine Registry

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
AKC = American Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

Ancient Times

ancient times

A Bernese Mountain Dog can have a litter of 7-10 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 Cirneco Dell'etna can have a litter of 11-12 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.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Obesity

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia

Toe and Muscle Injury

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Bernese Mountain Dogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Cirneco Dell'etnas require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Cirneco Dell'etna dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Exploring, Playing, Fetching, Smelling, Greeting, Jumping, Running, Cuddling, Rolling around, Sunbathing, Sniffing grass, Rolling, Walk, Bark, Play, Run, Pet, Lick, Chase, Fetch, Kiss, Shake, Eating Snacks, Nap, Soccer, Road trip, Tug-of-war

Throwing balls, Dog Parks, Tracking, Running

The Bernese Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Cirneco Dell'etna is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cirneco Dell'etnas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cirneco Dell'etnas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.