Neapolitan Mastiff vs Australian Kelpie

Compare the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Australian Kelpie. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Neapolitan Mastiffs and Australian Kelpies.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Australian Kelpie
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
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General Details
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-9 Years
12-15 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
110-155 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Origin Country
Italy
Australia
Origin Year
100 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Energy Level
Low
Very High
Exercise Required
Low
Very High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Very High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Average Lifespan
6-9 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Neapolitan Mastiff
Australian Kelpie
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
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