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Name	Bullmastiff	Rottweiler	Poodle
Origins	England	Germany	Germany France
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bullie Bully	Rott Rottie	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	Large	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$1200-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle 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 Rottweiler or Poodle?	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? 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.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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 Rottweiler vs Poodle?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle?	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle 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 Rottweiler or Poodle?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle 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.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
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).	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Bullmastiff, Rottweiler and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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 Rottweiler vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Bullmastiff, Rottweiler and Poodle color?	Red Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle?	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle 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 Rottweiler 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle 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.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle?	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle 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 Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle 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.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bullmastiff or Rottweiler or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle?	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes 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.	Not really 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 Rottweiler vs Poodle 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 Rottweiler and Poodle have?	4-13 puppies, average 8	8-12 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Bullmastiff vs Rottweiler vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy 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.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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

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