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Name	Boerboel	Broholmer	Rafeiro do Alentejo
Origins	South Africa	Denmark	Portugal
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff	Mutt of Alentejo Portuguese Mastiff Alentejo Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or Broholmer or Broholmer? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)	Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)	Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1300-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Broholmer 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 Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Protective Confident Friendly Calm	Independent Protective Territorial Selfish Calm Confidence Sober
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boerboel 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.	Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo 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

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	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 Broholmer indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Rafeiro do Alentejo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, Broholmer and Rafeiro do Alentejo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo energy level comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	8 to 10 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.	5 to 6 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? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Rough Smooth	Dense Straight Double
Colors What are the original Boerboel, Broholmer and Rafeiro do Alentejo color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Red Yellow Golden	Black Gray Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Boerboel or Broholmer or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo 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: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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, Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boerboel 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 Broholmer 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler. See more.

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not 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 Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Broholmer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rafeiro do Alentejo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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: Boerboel or Broholmer or Rafeiro do Alentejo? 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.	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: Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rafeiro do Alentejo 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?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Boerboel and Broholmer and Rafeiro do Alentejo have?	7-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Boerboel vs Broholmer vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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?	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	No data available

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