Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Bulldog

Compare the Neapolitan Mastiff to the American Bulldog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Neapolitan Mastiffs and American Bulldogs.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Bulldog
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
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General Details
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-9 Years
10-16 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
20-28 Inches
Weight
110-155 Pounds
60-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Origin Country
Italy
United States
Origin Year
100 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Very High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Average Lifespan
6-9 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Neapolitan Mastiff
American Bulldog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
Black and White
Black and White
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
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