Newfoundland vs Great Pyrenees: Waste, Diet & Cleanup Compared

Side-by-Side Stats

At a glance, the Newfoundland averages about 12 oz of waste per day compared to the Great Pyrenees's 9.6 oz. Over a full year, that translates to roughly 274 lbs vs 219 lbs — a difference that compounds quickly, especially if you have more than one dog.

Which Breed Produces More Waste?

The Newfoundland produces significantly more waste than the Great Pyrenees — roughly 1.3x as much daily. That 55-lb annual difference means Newfoundland owners deal with considerably more yard cleanup.

Body weight is the primary driver of waste volume. The Newfoundland averages 125 lbs compared to the Great Pyrenees's 100 lbs. Dogs generally produce waste equal to roughly 0.5–0.75% of their body weight each day, so larger breeds invariably fill the yard faster.

GI Issues & Digestive Health Comparison

Understanding each breed's digestive vulnerabilities helps you know what to watch for during yard cleanup. Changes in stool color, consistency, or frequency are often the first visible sign of a health issue.

Newfoundland: Newfies are gentle giants with massive waste output. Their thick, water-resistant coats add to yard maintenance challenges.

Great Pyrenees: Great Pyrenees are livestock guardian dogs with thick white coats and significant waste output.

Cleanup Difficulty & Recommended Frequency

Cleanup difficulty depends on waste volume, frequency, and yard behavior. Here's how these two breeds stack up:

• Newfoundland: Moderate-High difficulty — 2–4 poops/day, moderate activity level, heavy shedding
• Great Pyrenees: Moderate-High difficulty — 2–4 poops/day, moderate activity level, heavy shedding

Giant breed + double coat + daily waste = your yard needs weekly professional attention.

White coat + yard waste = visible contamination. Professional cleanup keeps your Pyr pristine.

For the Newfoundland, we recommend weekly service. For the Great Pyrenees, weekly service is ideal. If you have both breeds, go with the more frequent schedule to stay ahead of accumulation.

Which Breed Needs Professional Service More?

Between the two, the Newfoundland benefits more from professional pet waste removal. At 274 lbs of waste per year, DIY cleanup becomes a significant time commitment — especially combined with the breed's moderate activity level and heavy shedding.

That said, Great Pyrenees owners also benefit from professional service. Even at 219 lbs annually, keeping up with 2–4 daily deposits requires consistency that's hard to maintain.

• Heavy shedding creates extra yard debris that compounds the cleanup burden
• 274 lbs of annual waste takes roughly 5 minutes per week to clean manually