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Name	Fila Brasileiro	Neapolitan Mastiff	Rottweiler
Origins	Brazil	Italy	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Brazilian Molosser Cao de Fila Brazilian Mastiff	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo	Rott Rottie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1300	$1500-$2000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which is the smallest dog, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Giant	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler weight comparison:	90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	100 pounds (45.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler height comparison:	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 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: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Fila Brasileiro, Neapolitan Mastiff and Rottweiler color?	Black Red Yellow Brindle	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany	Black Tan Rust Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Docile Obedient Loyal Determined Brave	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler trainability comparison.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler playfulness comparison:	Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:	Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler mouthiness comparison:	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a lower than 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.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro breed.	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 Rottweiler indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Fila Brasileiro 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: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Yes Fila Brasileiro 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 Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Neapolitan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler 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.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Health Comparison

Health Issues Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Rottweiler 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: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Elbow Dysplasia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Fila Brasileiro 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).	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Fila Brasileiro, Neapolitan Mastiff and Rottweiler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-11 years The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
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Hypoallergenic Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler energy level comparison:	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.	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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Fila Brasileiro 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.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler?	6 to 8 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.	Recommended daily amount: 4 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? Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Medium ⏺ The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 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. 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.

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Fila Brasileiro or Neapolitan Mastiff or Rottweiler? 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.
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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: Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Not really Fila Brasileiro breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff 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.
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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler 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 Fila Brasileiro and Neapolitan Mastiff and Rottweiler have?	4-10 puppies	6-12 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Fila Brasileiro vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rottweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 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.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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

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