Comparison: Appenzell Cattle Dog and Bernese Mountain Dog

Appenzell Cattle Dog and Bernese Mountain Dog are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Appenzell Cattle Dog
Photo: SportKBK, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Bernese Mountain Dog
Photo: Arnaudandko, CC BY 4.0, source
Appenzell Cattle DogBernese Mountain Dog
FCI group2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Country of originSwitzerlandSwitzerland
CategoryMediumLarge
Height at withers–58–70 cm
Weight–34–50 kg
Life span–7–10 years
Recognition features
  • Medium-sized, nearly square tricolour dog with a cheeky expression
  • Firm, shiny coat; black or havana base with rust-brown and white markings
  • Tail curled over the back; very agile and alert
  • Tricolour coat: black, rust and white
  • White blaze and white cross on the chest
  • Long, soft, slightly wavy coat
CoatFirm double coat (Stockhaar), close fitting; thick shiny topcoat, thick undercoat; black or havana-brown base with reddish-brown and white markings.Long, shiny coat, slightly wavy; tricolour.
PurposeA Swiss cattle dog used for driving cattle and guarding farms; today a versatile working and family dog.A Swiss farm dog that guarded homesteads, drove cattle and pulled milk carts.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.