American Alsatian vs American Mastiff

Compare the American Alsatian to the American Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Alsatians and American Mastiffs.

American Alsatian vs American Mastiff
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
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General Details
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
28-36 Inches
Weight
75-120 Pounds
140-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1988 AD
1990 AD
Temperament
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Arthritis
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Exposure keratopathy
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Osteoarthritis
Heart problems
Arthritis
Skin irritation
Skin infections
Snoring
Drooling
Cystine urolithiasis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
American Alsatian
American Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Gold
Gold
Silver
Silver
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