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Name	Alpine Mastiff	Newfoundland	Perro de Presa Canario
Origins	Switzerland	Canada	Spain
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Group	Extinct	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Molosser	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Canarian Molosser Canary Mastiff Dogo Canario Presa Presa Canario Canary Catch Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Which is the smallest dog, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Newfoundland? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario weight comparison:	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	345 pounds (157 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario height comparison:	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	21-25 inches (55-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	37.5 inches (95 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	23 inches (60 cm)

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$1500-$2000	$1200-$3000
Availability Which is easier to get, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario trainability comparison.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? 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.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Dominant Gentle Strong Willed Calm Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario 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 Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario social needs comparison:	Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario playfulness comparison:	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks. 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 Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Mastiff 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 Newfoundland indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Alpine Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Perro de Presa Canario 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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario mouthiness comparison:	Alpine Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Bloat Demodectic Mange Cryptorchidism Dilated Cardiomyopathy Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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 Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Perro de Presa Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario lifespan comparison. How long do Alpine Mastiff, Newfoundland and Perro de Presa Canario breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	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 cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	15 to 16 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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 Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario coat comparison:	Rough	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Smooth
Colors What are the original Alpine Mastiff, Newfoundland and Perro de Presa Canario color?	Brindle Brown	Black Gray White Brown	Black Red Silver Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario 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 Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:	Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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 Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	High 🔼 The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Perro de Presa Canario has an average 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 Newfoundland 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 Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler. See more.

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog is more friendly?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alpine Mastiff or Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario?	Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Yes Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Newfoundland or Perro de Presa Canario? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Not really Alpine Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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 Newfoundland and Perro de Presa Canario have?	5-12 puppies	4-12 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Alpine Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Perro de Presa Canario 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 1886 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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