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Name	Boerboel	Leonberger	Mastiff
Origins	South Africa	Germany	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	124	100	28
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Large Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or Leonberger or Leonberger? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 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?	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (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: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mastiff 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: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger 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 Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? 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.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	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.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. 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 Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger 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

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff 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.	Average: Leonberger 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: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria
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.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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 Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, Leonberger and Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 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: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	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 cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff 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.	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	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	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? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff 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 Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. 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

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Waterproof	Dense
Colors What are the original Boerboel, Leonberger and Mastiff color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. 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 Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Boerboel or Leonberger or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. 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: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	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 Boerboel vs Leonberger 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, Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger 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 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 Leonberger is an average drooler. 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.

Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff 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.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Leonberger 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 Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Leonberger 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 Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger 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 Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Leonberger 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?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Leonberger 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: Boerboel or Leonberger or Mastiff? 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.
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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: Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff?	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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?	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 Leonberger 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 Boerboel and Leonberger and Mastiff have?	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Boerboel vs Leonberger vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 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?	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	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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