Weimaraner has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Bernese Mountain Dog has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Steady
Social
Aloof
Fast
Powerful
Stubborn

Affectionate
Intelligent
Faithful
Loyal

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Weimaraners are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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.

Germany

Switzerland

Gun Dog, Hunting Dog

Molosser, Mastiff-type

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

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

1800s

Ancient Times

Sporting (AKC:1943)
Gundogs (UKC)

Working (AKC:1937)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Hazel
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Gray
Silver

Black
Brown
White

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Weimaraner can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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.

Weimaraners are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Cherry Eye
Sebaceous Adenitis
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia A
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Hypodysmyelinogenesis

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

Eye
Hip
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skeletal
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Bernese Mountain Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

Weimaraners are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bernese Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

The Weimaraner is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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.

While Weimaraner dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walking, Puppy playtime, Running, Sniffing, Hiking, Playing fetch, Chase, Fetch, Walk, Run, Sniff, Catch treats, Digging, Searching, Casual walking, Cuddels, Belly sraching

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

Weimaraners are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weimaraner, it's at least 14 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 Bernese Mountain Dog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Weimaraners usually need at least 90 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 Bernese Mountain Dogs 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 Weimaraner is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimaraner 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.

For an average 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Bernese Mountain Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Weimaraner is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bernese Mountain Dog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Weimaraner 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.

The average per month expenses of a Bernese Mountain Dog is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Weimaraners are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Weimaraners are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Weimaraners are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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