Great Pyrenees vs Cesky Terrier
Breed Compatibility
85% Compatible
Energy Level
Great Pyrenees: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Cesky Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Great Pyrenees: Independent0.4
Cesky Terrier: Agreeable0.6
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees: Weekly Brushing0.4
Cesky Terrier: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Great Pyrenees3/5
Cesky Terrier5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Great Pyrenees3/5
Cesky Terrier3/5
Good with Strangers
Great Pyrenees3/5
Cesky Terrier4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Great Pyrenees
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap issues
Eye Problems: Various conditions
Heart Issues: Cardiac concerns
Bone Cancer: Higher risk breed
Cesky Terrier
Scottie Cramp: Affects movement
PRA: Progressive eye condition
Patellar Luxation: Knee issues
Cardiac Issues: Heart health
Dental Problems: Oral care
Hip Issues: Joint concerns
Pros & Cons Comparison
Great Pyrenees
Pros
Excellent guardian
Gentle with family
Independent nature
Good with children
Weather-resistant coat
Cons
Heavy shedding
Stubborn streak
Needs space
Independent nature
Barking tendency
Cesky Terrier
Pros
Good family companion
Low shedding
Adaptable
Intelligent
Cons
Regular grooming needed
Can be stubborn
Moderate exercise needs
Reserved with strangers
Great Pyrenees Fun Fact
Great Pyrenees were once appointed as official guard dogs for the French royal court in medieval times.
Cesky Terrier Fun Fact
One of the rarest terrier breeds, developed by a single breeder through a specific breeding program in Czechoslovakia.
Heritage & Purpose
Great Pyrenees
Origin:
Mountain guardians in the Pyrenees range between France and Spain, protecting sheep from wolves and bears since medieval times. Valued for their independence and protective instincts.
Cesky Terrier
Origin:
Developed in Czechoslovakia during the 1940s by crossing Scottish and Sealyham Terriers, bred specifically for hunting in the rocky terrain of Bohemia to pursue small game.
Special Considerations
Great Pyrenees
Regular grooming needed for heavy coat. Requires secure fencing due to roaming instincts. Early socialization essential for balanced temperament.
Cesky Terrier
Requires professional grooming every 6-8 weeks. Needs regular exercise and mental stimulation. Watch for potential terrier-specific health issues and maintain dental care.
Shedding
SeasonalShedding
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