Neapolitan Mastiff vs Roman Rottweiler

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Roman Rottweiler
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-9 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
110-155 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Italy
Italy
Origin Year
100 AD
74 AD
Temperament
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
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
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
Low
Low to High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Very High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Above Average
Fighting
Above Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
6-9 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Cardiomyopathy
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Neapolitan Mastiff
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Mahogany
Mahogany
Tawny
Tawny
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