Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-9 Years
13-15 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
110-155 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Italy
United States
Origin Year
100 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Low
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Very High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Above Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
6-9 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Neapolitan Mastiff
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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