Italian Greyhound vs Neapolitan Mastiff

Compare the Italian Greyhound to the Neapolitan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Italian Greyhounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs.

Italian Greyhound vs Neapolitan Mastiff
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
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General Details
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
6-9 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
7-14 Pounds
110-155 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Origin Country
Turkey
Italy
Origin Year
-1000 BC
100 AD
Temperament
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below 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
Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
6-9 Years
Health Concerns
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Drug sensitivity
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Alopecia
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Italian Greyhound
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn and White
Blue Fawn and White
Brindle
Brindle
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Red Fawn and White
Red Fawn and White
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Red
White and Red
White and Seal
White and Seal
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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