German Shepherd vs Tibetan Mastiff

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

German Shepherd vs Tibetan Mastiff
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
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General Details
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
24-26 Inches
Weight
75-95 Pounds
100-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin Country
Germany
China
Origin Year
1899 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
5-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
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
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
German Shepherd
Tibetan 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
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
German Shepherd
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Red
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Blue
Gray
Liver
White
Black
Black and Tan
Bown
Cream
Red Gold
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