Golden Retriever vs Neapolitan Mastiff

Compare the Golden Retriever to the Neapolitan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Golden Retrievers and Neapolitan Mastiffs.

Golden Retriever vs Neapolitan Mastiff
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-9 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
110-155 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Italy
Origin Year
1865 AD
100 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-9 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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