• Hungarian Language
  • English Language

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Gentlemen or Old English Mastiff or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane" Compare Boston Terrier and Mastiff. Which is better: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
 
 
 
Name Boston Terrier Mastiff Great Dane
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States England flagEngland Germany flagGermany
Group Companion Dogs Working Dogs Working Dogs
Popularity Rank212814
Reviews133
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Small Giant Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Mastiff? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane weight comparison:
10-25 pounds (6-11kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
17.5 pounds (8.5 kg) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane height comparison:
15-17 inches (38-43 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16 inches (40.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane intelligence:
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.
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
See more.
Trainability
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane trainability comparison.
Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
See more.
Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
See more.
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
See more.
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
See more.
Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
See more.
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
See more.
Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
See more.
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
See more.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
See more.
Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
See more.
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
See more.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?
High: Boston Terrier 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.
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
See more.
Social Needs
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
See more.
Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
See more.
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
See more.
Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
See more.
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
See more.
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
See more.
Their prey drive is low.
See more.
Great Dane 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.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:
Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
See more.
Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
See more.
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
See more.
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?
Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.
See more.
Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
See more.
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
See more.
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Boston Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs have a lower 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.
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
See more.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Boston Terrier, Mastiff and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?
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 Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
See more.
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
See more.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane energy level comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Boston Terrier 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.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
0.5 to 1.5 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
See more.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
See more.
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
See more.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane coat comparison:
Fine Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Boston Terrier, Mastiff and Great Dane color?
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
See more.
Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
See more.
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
See more.
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Boston Terrier or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:
Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
See more.
Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
See more.
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
See more.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
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.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
See more.
Hypoallergenic
Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
No See more. No See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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.
The Great Dane 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.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?
Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane?
Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?
Yes
Boston Terrier 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.
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane 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.
Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Boston Terrier or Mastiff or Great Dane? 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.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
See more.
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: Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane?

Not really

Boston Terrier 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.

Not really

Great Dane 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?

Not really

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane 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 Boston Terrier and Mastiff and Great Dane have?
3-5 puppies 3-5 puppies 10-15 puppies

Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. 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 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
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

Rate This Comparsion - Boston Terrier vs Mastiff vs Great Dane

Reviews