Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Bold
Proud
Steady
Fearless

Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

Anatolian Pyreneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Irish Saint Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Anatolian Shepherd and Great Pyrenees

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

An Anatolian Pyrenees can have a litter of 5-10 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.

An Irish Saint Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Anatolian Pyreneess have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion

None Known

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Hip
Skin Scraping
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Eye Examination

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Physical Examination

Anatolian Pyrenees has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Anatolian Pyreneess sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Irish Saint Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

The Anatolian Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Irish Saint Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Irish Saint Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Anatolian Pyreneess have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Irish Saint Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Irish Saint Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Anatolian Pyreneess are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Anatolian Pyreneess are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Irish Saint Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Anatolian Pyreneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Irish Saint Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.