| Size | large |
| Group | Working |
| Origin | Switzerland |
| Weight | 36-50 kg |
| Height | 60-72 cm |
| Lifespan | 8-11 years |
| Coat | short |
| Temperament | Good-natured, Faithful, Alert, Gentle |
| Exercise | medium |
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are known to be good-natured, faithful, alert, gentle, which shapes their communication style.
Key signals: tail position (high=alert/confident, tucked=fearful), ears (forward=interested, flattened=anxious), body posture (stiff=tense, relaxed=comfortable), facial expressions. Each breed has unique patterns rooted in its Working heritage.
The largest Swiss Sennenhund — a draft and drover dog with a striking tri-color coat. One of the four Swiss mountain breeds, and the oldest of them all.
Learn to read your Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's individual signals — breed tendencies are a guide, not a rulebook.
This is a foundational breed guide built from veterinary databases. Our AI-generated deep-dive for Greater Swiss Mountain Dog body language & signals is in production. Check back for the complete guide with decision scores, owner FAQs, and detailed behavioral analysis.