Labrador Retriever vs Spanish Mastiff

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

Labrador Retriever vs Spanish Mastiff
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
28-35 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
88-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Origin Country
Canada
Spain
Origin Year
1700 AD
-2000 BC
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
Wolfgray
Wolfgray
Yellow
Yellow
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