Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Comparison – Which dog is better Brazilian Molosser or Becerillo de Borinquen?

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Name	Fila Brasileiro	Gran Mastín de Borínquen
Origins	Brazil	Puerto Rico
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. What other names are these breeds known by?	Brazilian Molosser Cao de Fila Brazilian Mastiff	Becerillo de Borinquen Borinquen Mastiff Mastín Borincano Perro Barsino de Hacienda Puerto Rican Mastiff
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which breed is heavier?	90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)	Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	100 pounds (45.5 kg)	Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Is a Fila Brasileiro taller than a Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 26 inches (65 cm) Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1300	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare training requirements.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare alertness levels.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare territorial behaviors.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen. How do their temperaments differ?	Courageous Docile Obedient Loyal Determined Brave	Protective Alert Affectionate Loyal Strong Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen social needs comparison:	Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Which can be better for hunting?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen 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

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Gran Mastín de Borínquen barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Gran Mastín de Borínquens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro 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 Gran Mastín de Borínquen indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Fila Brasileiro dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	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.

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Gran Mastín de Borínquen has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Gran Mastín de Borínquen bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare average lifespans.	9-11 years The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Gran Mastín de Borínquen: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare climate tolerances.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which breed is healthier?	Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Gran Mastín de Borínquens are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Frequent The Fila Brasileiro should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Gran Mastín de Borínquen should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Elbow Dysplasia	No data available

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare activity levels.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Fila Brasileiro dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Gran Mastín de Borínquen's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare breed colors.	Black Red Yellow Brindle	Black White Brindle Deer
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Gran Mastín de Borínquen requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare drooling amounts.	The Fila Brasileiro 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 Gran Mastín de Borínquen 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Gran Mastín de Borínquen has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare fur types.	Dense Smooth	Straight Coarse
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Do Fila Brasileiro dogs shed more than Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs?	Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately. See more.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare kid-friendliness.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Which dog is more friendly?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Fila Brasileiro or Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Can a Fila Brasileiro and a Gran Mastín de Borínquen be friends? Do Fila Brasileiro dogs get along with Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.	Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen?	Yes Fila Brasileiro dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Gran Mastín de Borínquen dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Gran Mastín de Borínquen is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.	Gran Mastín de Borínquens are not the best breed for elderly people.

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Fila Brasileiro breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Gran Mastín de Borínquen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Fila Brasileiro or a Gran Mastín de Borínquen? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	9-11 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Fila Brasileiro vs Gran Mastín de Borínquen Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Fila Brasileiro and Gran Mastín de Borínquen. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	No data available

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