Neapolitan Mastiff vs Pyrenean Mastiff

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Pyrenean Mastiff
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
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General Details
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-9 Years
8-13 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
28-30 Inches
Weight
110-155 Pounds
150-190 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Origin Country
Italy
Spain
Origin Year
100 AD
1659 AD
Temperament
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Energy Level
Low
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Very High
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Average Lifespan
6-9 Years
8-13 Years
Health Concerns
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Ectropion
Inflammatory bowel disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
White and Beige
White and Beige
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Golden
White and Golden
White and Gray
White and Gray
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
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