Mastiff vs Rottweiler
Compare the Mastiff to the Rottweiler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Mastiffs and Rottweilers.
Compare the Mastiff to the Rottweiler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Mastiffs and Rottweilers.
Breed Name | Mastiff | Rottweiler |
General Details | ||
Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
Lifespan | 6-10 yrs. | 8-11 yrs. |
Height | 27-32 in. | 22-27 in. |
Weight | 120-220 lb | 85-130 lb |
Intelligence | Below Average | High |
History | ||
Origin Country | China (Tibet) | Germany |
Origin Year | 700 BC | 100 AD |
Temperament | ||
Overall Friendliness | ||
Family Friendly | ||
Kid Friendly | ||
Pet Friendly | ||
Stranger Friendly | ||
Personality | ||
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Living Environment | ||
Apartment | Yes | Yes |
Indoor | Yes | Yes |
Small Yard | Yes | Yes |
Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 30°F to 80°F | 45°F to 80°F |
Barks/Howls | ||
Exercise Needs | ||
Energy Level | Medium | Low-High |
Exercise Required | Medium | Medium |
Top Running Speed | 24 mph | 22 mph |
Strength | Very High | Very High |
Grooming Needs | ||
Coat Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Shedding | Medium | Low |
Dander | Medium | Low |
Drool Amount | High | Medium |
Breed Name | Mastiff | Rottweiler |
Breed Mentality | ||
Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
Independent | No | No |
Breed Focus | ||
Distracted Easily | No | No |
Average | Yes | Yes |
Focused & Patient | No | No |
Breed Instincts | ||
Aggression | Below Average | High |
Burrow/Digging | Below Average | Very Low |
Chasing | Below Average | Below Average |
Follow Commands | Below Average | Below Average |
Fighting | Average | High |
Guarding | Average | High |
Herding | Below Average | Very Low |
Hunting | Below Average | Below Average |
Protection | High | High |
Remove Vermin | Very Low | Below Average |
Sledding | Average | High |
Watch | Average | High |
Breed Name | Mastiff | Rottweiler |
Lifespan | ||
Lifespan | 6-10 yrs. | 8-11 yrs. |
Common Health Issues | ||
Allergies | No | Yes |
Aortic Stenosis | No | Yes |
Bloat | Yes | Yes |
Cancer | Yes | No |
Cystinuria | Yes | No |
Elbow Dysplasia | No | Yes |
Hip Dysplasia | Yes | Yes |
Hypothyroidism | No | Yes |
Osteosarcoma | No | Yes |
Panosteitis | No | Yes |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy | Yes | No |
Seizures | Yes | No |
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis | No | Yes |
Breed Name | Mastiff | Rottweiler |
Coat | ||
Fur | Yes | Yes |
Coat Type | ||
Double Coat | Yes | Yes |
Coat Texture | ||
Straight | Yes | Yes |
Coat Length(s) | ||
Short | Yes | Yes |
Coat Color(s) | ||
Apricot | Yes | No |
Brindle | Yes | No |
Fawn | Yes | No |
Black & Mahogany | No | Yes |
Black & Rust | No | Yes |
Black & Tan | No | Yes |