Bullmastiff vs English Foxhound

Compare the Bullmastiff to the English Foxhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bullmastiffs and English Foxhounds.

Bullmastiff vs English Foxhound
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
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General Details
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-13 Years
Height
24-27 Inches
21-25 Inches
Weight
110-130 Pounds
55-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1580 AD
Temperament
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Stubborn
Living Environment
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Entropion
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Lymphosarcoma
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Renal disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bullmastiff
English Foxhound
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
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