Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Faithful

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

Great Berneses 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.

Great Berneses 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.

Great Bernese and Great Pyrenees

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Mid 1900s

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Red

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Great Berneses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Great Bernese 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 Great Bernese 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.

Bloat
Histicytosis
Addison's Disease
Meningitis
Joint conditions

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Entropion
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Spinal Tap
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood and Urine Tests
Neurological Testing
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Skin and Hair Exams

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Great Berneses are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

Great Berneses sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Great Berneses 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.

Playfulness, Cuddling, Walking, Lounging, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walks, Chase, Naps, Morning runs, Long walks, Going for walks, Swim, Walk, Snuggling, Play dates w bf, Car rides, Cuddles, Walking trails, Camping, Hiking, Swimming

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 Great Bernese, it's at least 11 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.

In general most Great Berneses usually need at least 45 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 English Foxhounds 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 Great Bernese 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, Great Bernese 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
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-115 pound (39 - 52 kg) Great Bernese feed 4 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 Great Bernese is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Great Bernese is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Great Berneses can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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.

Great Berneses 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.

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

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

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

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