Belgian Malinois vs Neapolitan Mastiff

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Neapolitan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Neapolitan Mastiffs.

Belgian Malinois vs Neapolitan Mastiff
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-9 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
110-155 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Origin Country
Belgium
Italy
Origin Year
1891 AD
100 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-9 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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