Spanish Mastiff vs King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Spanish Mastiff to the King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Spanish Mastiffs and King Charles Spaniels.

Spanish Mastiff vs King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
28-35 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
88-150 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Spain
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-2000 BC
1800 AD
Temperament
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low
Grooming Needs
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Silky
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Spanish Mastiff
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
Wolfgray
Wolfgray
Yellow
Yellow
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