Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Comparison – Which dog is better Argentine Mastiff or Rott?

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Name	Argentine Dogo	Rottweiler
Origins	Argentina	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler. What other names are these breeds known by?	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog	Rott Rottie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler? Is an Argentine Dogo taller than a Rottweiler?	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler. Which breed costs more?	$2800-$5000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler?	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare training requirements.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare alertness levels.	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare territorial behaviors.	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler?	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler? Which can be better for hunting?	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. 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 a Rottweiler? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo 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 Rottweiler indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? 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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler. Which breed is healthier?	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler?	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler? Compare breed colors.	White	Black Tan Rust Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare drooling amounts.	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.	The Rottweiler 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 a Rottweiler? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler? Do Argentine Dogo dogs shed more than Rottweiler dogs?	Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare kid-friendliness.	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most 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.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not 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 Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler? Can an Argentine Dogo and a Rottweiler be friends? Do Argentine Dogo dogs get along with Rottweiler dogs?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler?	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler 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.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? 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 a Rottweiler? 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 a Rottweiler? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Argentine Dogo or a Rottweiler? 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 Rottweiler. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler. 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	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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club

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