Dogue De Bordeaux vs American Mastiff

Compare the Dogue De Bordeaux to the American Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dogue De Bordeauxs and American Mastiffs.

Dogue De Bordeaux vs American Mastiff
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
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General Details
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
5-8 Years
10-12 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
28-36 Inches
Weight
99-0 Pounds
140-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Origin Country
France
United States
Origin Year
1863 AD
1990 AD
Temperament
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Energy Level
Low
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
High to Very High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Average Lifespan
5-8 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Aortic stenosis
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Eye infections
Joint problems
Hyperkeratosis
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Exposure keratopathy
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Osteoarthritis
Heart problems
Arthritis
Skin irritation
Skin infections
Snoring
Drooling
Cystine urolithiasis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Dogue De Bordeaux
American Mastiff
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn
Isabella
Isabella
Mahogany
Mahogany
Red
Red
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