Name Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Other names Great Swiss Mountain Dog, Swissy
Origin Switzerland
Breed Group Working (AKC:1995)Guardian Dogs (UKC)
Size Large
Type Purebred
Life span 10-12 years
Temperament AlertDevotedFearlessGood-naturedProtectiveSelf-confidence
Height 23.5 - 28.5 (60 - 72 cm)
Weight 130 - 135 pounds (59 - 61 kg)
Colors Black, White & Red
Litter Size 5-10 puppies

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a dog breed which was developed in the Swiss Alps. The name Sennenhund refers to people called Senn or Senner, dairymen and herders in the Swiss Alps.

Breed Characteristics ( points out of 5 )
Adaptability 3
Apartment Friendly 2
Barking Tendencies 2
Cat Friendly 3
Child Friendly- This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers.
Dog Friendly 4
Exercise Needs 3
Health Issues- Prone to bloat, epilepsy, digestive disorders, hip dysplasia and distichiasis (extra eyelashes).
Hypoallergenic: No
Intelligence 2
Playfulness 4
Stranger Friendly 3
Trainability- Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful.
Watchdog Ability 4