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Name	Alpine Mastiff	Great Dane	Mastiff
Origins	Switzerland	Germany	England
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Group	Extinct	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	538	14	28
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Molosser	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Great Dane? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff weight comparison:	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	345 pounds (157 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff height comparison:	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	37.5 inches (95 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff trainability comparison.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Alpine Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff social needs comparison:	Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Alpine Mastiff dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Mastiff breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mastiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Alpine Mastiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Alpine Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Alpine Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	Alpine Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Alpine Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Alpine Mastiff, Great Dane and Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff energy level comparison:	Alpine Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	15 to 16 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alpine Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Alpine Mastiff, Great Dane and Mastiff color?	Brindle Brown	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	High 🔼 The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Alpine Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	Yes Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Alpine Mastiff or Great Dane or Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff?	Not really Alpine Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Alpine Mastiff and Great Dane and Mastiff have?	5-12 puppies	10-15 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Alpine Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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