Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Spanish Mastiff

Compare the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Spanish Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Spanish Mastiffs.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Spanish Mastiff
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
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General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-14 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
28-35 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
88-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Origin Country
Turkey
Spain
Origin Year
-4000 BC
-2000 BC
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Average
Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Gray Fawn
Liver
Liver
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
White
White
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
Wolfgray
Wolfgray
Yellow
Yellow
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