Labrador Retriever vs Tibetan Mastiff

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

Labrador Retriever vs Tibetan Mastiff
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-26 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
100-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin Country
Canada
China
Origin Year
1700 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
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
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
5-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
None
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan 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
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Bown
Bown
Cream
Cream
Red Gold
Red Gold
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