Irish Wolfhound vs Neapolitan Mastiff

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Neapolitan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs.

Irish Wolfhound vs Neapolitan Mastiff
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
6-9 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
110-155 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Origin Country
Unspecified
Italy
Origin Year
-700 BC
100 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
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
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
6-9 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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