Great Pyrenees vs Spanish Mastiff

Compare the Great Pyrenees to the Spanish Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Great Pyrenees and Spanish Mastiffs.

Great Pyrenees vs Spanish Mastiff
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
28-35 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
88-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Origin Country
Spain
Spain
Origin Year
-3000 BC
-2000 BC
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Colors
White
Black
Brindle
Fawn
Red
White
Wolfgray
Yellow
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