Australian Cattle Dog vs Pyrenean Mastiff

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Pyrenean Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Pyrenean Mastiffs.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Pyrenean Mastiff
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-13 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
28-30 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
150-190 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Origin Country
Australia
Spain
Origin Year
1840 AD
1659 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-13 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Ectropion
Inflammatory bowel disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Pyrenean Mastiff
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
White and Beige
White and Beige
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Golden
White and Golden
White and Gray
White and Gray
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
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