Bullmastiff vs Mastiff
Compare the Bullmastiff to the Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bullmastiffs and Mastiffs.
Compare the Bullmastiff to the Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bullmastiffs and Mastiffs.
Breed Name | Bullmastiff | Mastiff |
General Details | ||
Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
Lifespan | 8-10 yrs. | 6-10 yrs. |
Height | 24-27 in. | 27-32 in. |
Weight | 110-130 lb | 120-220 lb |
Intelligence | High | Below Average |
History | ||
Origin Country | United Kingdom | China (Tibet) |
Origin Year | 1860 AD | 700 BC |
Temperament | ||
Overall Friendliness | ||
Family Friendly | ||
Kid Friendly | ||
Pet Friendly | ||
Stranger Friendly | ||
Personality | ||
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Living Environment | ||
Apartment | Yes | Yes |
Indoor | Yes | Yes |
Small Yard | No | Yes |
Medium Yard | No | Yes |
Large Yard | No | Yes |
Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 40°F to 80°F | 30°F to 80°F |
Barks/Howls | ||
Exercise Needs | ||
Energy Level | Medium | Medium |
Exercise Required | Medium | Medium |
Top Running Speed | 20 mph | 24 mph |
Strength | Very High | Very High |
Grooming Needs | ||
Coat Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Shedding | Medium | Medium |
Dander | Medium | Medium |
Drool Amount | Medium | High |
Breed Name | Bullmastiff | Mastiff |
Breed Mentality | ||
Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
Independent | No | No |
Breed Focus | ||
Distracted Easily | No | No |
Average | No | Yes |
Focused & Patient | Yes | No |
Breed Instincts | ||
Aggression | Average | Below Average |
Burrow/Digging | Average | Below Average |
Chasing | Below Average | Below Average |
Follow Commands | Below Average | Below Average |
Fighting | Average | Average |
Guarding | High | Average |
Herding | Below Average | Below Average |
Hunting | Average | Below Average |
Protection | High | High |
Remove Vermin | Below Average | Very Low |
Sledding | Below Average | Average |
Watch | High | Average |
Breed Name | Bullmastiff | Mastiff |
Lifespan | ||
Lifespan | 8-10 yrs. | 6-10 yrs. |
Common Health Issues | ||
Bloat | No | Yes |
Cancer | Yes | Yes |
Cystinuria | No | Yes |
Entropion | Yes | No |
Heart Problems | Yes | No |
Hemangiosarcoma | Yes | No |
Hip Dysplasia | No | Yes |
Hypothyroidism | Yes | No |
Kidney Issues | Yes | No |
Lymphosarcoma | Yes | No |
Osteosarcoma | Yes | No |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy | Yes | Yes |
Seizures | No | Yes |
Breed Name | Bullmastiff | Mastiff |
Coat | ||
Fur | Yes | Yes |
Coat Type | ||
Smooth Coat | Yes | No |
Double Coat | No | Yes |
Coat Texture | ||
Rough | Yes | No |
Straight | No | Yes |
Coat Length(s) | ||
Short | Yes | Yes |
Coat Color(s) | ||
Fawn | Yes | Yes |
Fawn Brindle | Yes | No |
Red | Yes | No |
Red & Fawn | Yes | No |
Red Brindle | Yes | No |
Red Fawn Brindle | Yes | No |
Apricot | No | Yes |
Brindle | No | Yes |