Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Tibetan Mastiff

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Tibetan Mastiff
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
10-14 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
24-26 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
100-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin Country
Switzerland
China
Origin Year
1515 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
5-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
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
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Black
Black and Tan
Bown
Cream
Red Gold
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