Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff

Compare the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to the Neapolitan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Neapolitan Mastiffs.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
6-9 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
110-155 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Origin Country
Switzerland
Italy
Origin Year
1515 AD
100 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
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
Average
Below Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
None
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
6-9 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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