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Name	Bullmastiff	American Bulldog	Great Pyrenees
Origins	England	United States	Spain France
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bullie Bully	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or American Bulldog? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$500-$600	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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. See more.	American Bulldog 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.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	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.	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 American Bulldog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	American Bulldog 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.	Great Pyrenees 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.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees 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 Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	Very healthy dog breed.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Bullmastiff, American Bulldog and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	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. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:	Rough	Fine	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Bullmastiff, American Bulldog and Great Pyrenees color?	Red Fawn Brindle	Black White Brown Fawn	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees 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, Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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. See more.	The American Bulldog 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 Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees 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 Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees 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: Bullmastiff or American Bulldog or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees?	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees 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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Bullmastiff and American Bulldog and Great Pyrenees have?	4-13 puppies, average 8	7-14 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Bullmastiff vs American Bulldog vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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.	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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog 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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