Saint Bernard vs Spanish Mastiff

Compare the Saint Bernard to the Spanish Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Saint Bernards and Spanish Mastiffs.

Spanish Mastiff vs Saint Bernard
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Height
28-35 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
88-150 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
Spain
Switzerland
Origin Year
-2000 BC
1695 AD
Temperament
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
High
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Spanish Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Breed Colors
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