German Shepherd vs Neapolitan Mastiff

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

German Shepherd vs Neapolitan Mastiff
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
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General Details
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
6-9 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
75-95 Pounds
110-155 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Origin Country
Germany
Italy
Origin Year
1899 AD
100 AD
Temperament
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Medium
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
None
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
6-9 Years
Health Concerns
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Lens luxation
Panosteitis
Megaesophagus
Hypertrophic osteodystrophy
Degenerative myelopathy
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Heart problems
Blindness
Diabetes
Wobbler Syndrome
Osteochondrosis
Cruciate ligament rupture
Pannus
Digestive problems
Lupus
Vitiligo
Paralysis
Perianal fistula
Chronic diarrhea
Nail bed disease
Myasthenia gravis
Hemophilia A
Hemophilia B
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Red
Black and Red
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
White
White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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