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Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland: which breed to choose?
Bernese Mountain Dog and Newfoundland are two dog breeds often compared by future adopters. Here is a point-by-point comparison to help you decide: size, temperament, purchase price, monthly budget, and compatibility with your lifestyle.
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Key takeaways
- Newfoundland is larger: 50–70 kg vs 40–60 kg for Bernese Mountain Dog.
- Newfoundland is cheaper to buy: 1,100–1,600 € vs 1,000–2,000 € for Bernese Mountain Dog.
- Monthly budget is similar for both breeds: about 221 € per month.
- Both breeds need a similar level of daily activity (4/5).
- For “Family & children”, both breeds are tied (5/5).
- Bernese Mountain Dog is rated higher for “Apartment living”: 2/5 vs 1/5 for Newfoundland.
- Newfoundland is rated higher for “First-time owner”: 3/5 vs 2/5 for Bernese Mountain Dog.
- Both breeds have a similar life expectancy: 7–9 years.
Our verdict
Choose Bernese Mountain Dog if you’re looking for…
- Families present : He thrives with available owners who fully integrate him into their daily life.
- Households with children : His gentle and protective temperament suits families able to supervise interactions.
- Moderate outdoor enthusiasts : He willingly accompanies walks and quiet hikes in cool weather.
- House with outdoor space : A garden makes him more comfortable provided that real daily outings are maintained.
Choose Newfoundland if you’re looking for…
- Families present : He thrives with available, affectionate loved ones who are able to fully integrate him into family life.
- Owners who love calm outdoor activities : He enjoys regular walks, wide open spaces and especially environments close to water.
- People ready for a giant dog : His well-being depends on a budget, a space and an organization compatible with his large size.
Detailed comparison
| General information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Switzerland | Canada |
| FCI group | 2 | 2 |
| Size | Giant | Giant |
| Height at withers | 60–70 cm | 66–71 cm |
| Weight | 40–60 kg | 50–70 kg |
| Coat | Long, dense, smooth or slightly wavy | Medium-long, double, dense |
| Life expectancy | 7–9 ans | 8–10 ans |
| Average price | 1,000–2,000 € | 1,100–1,600 € |
| Monthly budget | ≈ 221 € | ≈ 221 € |
| Compatibility | ||
| Family & children | Excellent | Excellent |
| Daily activity required | High | High |
| Apartment living | Fairly good | Limited |
| First-time owner | Fairly good | Good |
| Other pets | Very good | Very good |
| Tolerance for being alone | Limited | Limited |
| Guarding instinct | Very good | Very good |
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