Australian Cattle Dog vs Spanish Mastiff

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Spanish Mastiff
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
28-35 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
88-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Origin Country
Australia
Spain
Origin Year
1840 AD
-2000 BC
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
Wolfgray
Wolfgray
Yellow
Yellow
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