Breeds
This table shows the relative sizes of the breeds, with the original breed name followed by the most popular English version of the breed name.
| Breed | Height at withers | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund (Greater Swiss Mountain Dog) | 23.5–28.5 in (60–72 cm) | 110–140 lb (50–70 kg) |
| Berner Sennenhund (Bernese Mountain Dog) | 23–27½ in (58–70 cm) | 65–120 lb (29½–54½ kg) |
| Appenzeller Sennenhund (Appenzeller) | 18½–23 in (47–58 cm) | 49–70 lb (22–32 kg) |
| Entlebucher Sennenhund (Entlebucher Mountain Dog) | 19–20 in (48–50 cm) | 45–65 lb (20½–30 kg) |
The four Sennenhund breeds are well known in Switzerland and the rest of Europe. In the United States, the Bernese Mountain Dog has become somewhat popular, while the other breeds are promoted as rare to those seeking unique pets.
Read more about this topic: Swiss Mountain Dog
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