Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Comparison – Which dog is better Argentine Mastiff or Alano?

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Name	Argentine Dogo	Alano Espanol
Origins	Argentina	Spain
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Group	Guard Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. What other names are these breeds known by?	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog	Alano Perro de Toro Spanish Bulldog Spanish Alano
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	75–88 pounds (34–40 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	75–88 pounds (34–40 kg)
Height Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol? Is an Argentine Dogo taller than an Alano Espanol?	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (58 - 64 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 24 inches (58 - 64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol. Which breed costs more?	$2800-$5000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol?	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Argentine Dogo 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
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare training requirements.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare alertness levels.	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare territorial behaviors.	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant	Affectionate Obedient Reliable Dominant Patient Serious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol?	Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Alano Espanol 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: Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Alano Espanol dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol social needs comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol?	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol? Which can be better for hunting?	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Alano Espanol rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Alano Espanols, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Alano Espanol breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Alano Espanol dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alano Espanol has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alano Espanol bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Alano Espanol: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Alano Espanol can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol. Which breed is healthier?	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Alano Espanols tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol?	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Alano Espanol should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness	No data available

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare activity levels.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alano Espanol dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alano Espanol dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol?	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alano Espanol dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Alano Espanol breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol? Compare breed colors.	White	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Yellow Brindle Wolf
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Alano Espanol requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare drooling amounts.	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.	The Alano Espanol 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alano Espanol has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol? Compare fur types.	Fine	Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol? Do Argentine Dogo dogs shed more than Alano Espanol dogs?	Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare kid-friendliness.	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alano Espanol dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Alano Espanol dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol? Which dog is more friendly?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alano Espanol dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Alano Espanol dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Alano Espanol? Can an Argentine Dogo and an Alano Espanol be friends? Do Argentine Dogo dogs get along with Alano Espanol dogs?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.	Alano Espanol dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol?	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Alano Espanol dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alano Espanol is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alano Espanols are usually recommended for elderly people.

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alano Espanol breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Argentine Dogo or an Alano Espanol? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Alano Espanol Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Argentine Dogo and Alano Espanol. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina	Dog Registry of America Inc. Backwoods Bulldog Club

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