Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Bold, faithful, and built for the mountains
Bold, faithful, and enthusiastic. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are large, sturdy draft dogs with a gentle, family-oriented nature.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a bold, faithful, and enthusiastic breed. They are gentle and affectionate with their families and generally good with children and other pets. Swissies are alert and make good watchdogs. They are intelligent and trainable but can be stubborn at times. Their dense tri-color coat requires regular grooming. They are sensitive to heat and prefer cooler climates. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are devoted companions that thrive on being part of family activities.
Daily Exercise
Moderate (45–60 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Hip Dysplasia
- Elbow Dysplasia
- Bloat (GDV)
- Epilepsy
- Distichiasis
- Osteochondrosis
- Urinary Incontinence
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