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Compare Boerboel and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is better: Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff?
Name | Boerboel | Neapolitan Mastiff | Bullmastiff |
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Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 124 | 107 | 51 |
Reviews | 1 | 8 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff breeds. |
South African Mastiff South African Boerboel |
Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo |
Bullie Bully |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is the largest? | Large Giant | Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff? Compare adult weight ranges. | 154-200 pounds (70-90 kg) | Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg) | Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 177 pounds (80 kg) | Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg) | Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff height comparison: | Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm) | Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm) | Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 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: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm) | Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1500-$2000 | $1500-$2000 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? | Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is easiest to train? | Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most alert? | Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most protective? | Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff? Compare temperaments. |
Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial |
Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless |
Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm |
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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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff? | Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison: | Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. | Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. |
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. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
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. | Their prey drive is low. | Bullmastiff 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. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. | Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. | Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Bullmastiff indoors. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which uses mouth most during play? | Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has the strongest bite? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has fewer health issues? | Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Very healthy dog breed. | Very healthy dog breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
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 Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia | No data available |
Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most active? | Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. | Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? | Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which needs most food? | 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. | 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. What colors are available? | Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish |
Black Blue Tawny Mahogany | Red Fawn Brindle |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which drools 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. | The Neapolitan Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. | The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Shiny Smooth | Dense | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or {name3 shedding: | Boerboel dogs shed moderately. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. | Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is best with kids? | Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets. | Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly? | Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? | Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Neapolitan Mastiff or Bullmastiff? | Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly. | Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff? |
Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Bullmastiff 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 Neapolitan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bullmastiff 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. | Neapolitan Mastiffs are commonly okay with elderly people. | Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Neapolitan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for draft work? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has most puppies? | 7-10 puppies | 6-12 puppies | 4-13 puppies, average 8 |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Boerboel vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. How are they classified internationally? | 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. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Boerboel, Neapolitan Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. Which has most recognition? | American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. | 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 |
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