A side-by-side comparison of the Great Pyrenees and Newfoundland across size, temperament, grooming, family fit, and more.
Great Pyrenees
Newfoundland
Overall, Newfoundland wins more categories — but the right choice still depends on your family's specific needs.
Newfoundland
4 wins
Great Pyrenees
0 wins
More family-friendly
Newfoundland edges ahead on kid-friendliness, affection, and trainability.
Lower maintenance
Newfoundland sheds less and needs less grooming overall.
Longer-lived
These breeds have a similar expected lifespan.
Calmer
These breeds have similar energy levels.
Quieter
Newfoundland tends to bark less.
More trainable
Newfoundland picks up commands and new behaviors more readily.
| Breed | Size | Weight | Height | Lifespan | Energy | Shedding | Grooming | Trainable | Affection | Barking | Kids | Dogs | Cats | Apartment | First-timers | Low-allergen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giant | 88–110 lb | 26–28 in | 9–11 yr | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | |||||||
| Giant | 110–152 lb | 26–28 in | 9–11 yr | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — |
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The Great Pyrenees and Newfoundland are both popular breeds, but they differ meaningfully in day-to-day life. The verdict above scores them on six key dimensions — use it as a starting point, then factor in your specific home, activity level, and family situation.
Overall, Newfoundland wins more categories — but the right choice still depends on your family's specific needs.