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Name	Fila Brasileiro	Rottweiler	Saint Berdoodle
Origins	Brazil	Germany	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Brazilian Molosser Cao de Fila Brazilian Mastiff	Rott Rottie	Saint Berpoo St. Berdoodle St. Berpoo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Giant	Large Giant	Small Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle weight comparison:	90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	100 pounds (45.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle height comparison:	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)	24-30 inches (61-76 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	27 inches (68.5 cm)

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1300	$1200-$2000	$500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Average: The Saint Berdoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Saint Berdoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle trainability comparison.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? 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.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Docile Obedient Loyal Determined Brave	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Social Easygoing
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.	Saint Berdoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Saint Berdoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle social needs comparison:	Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Saint Berdoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Saint Berdoodle 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Saint Berdoodles, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Saint Berdoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Saint Berdoodle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Saint Berdoodle 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 Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	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.	Saint Berdoodle 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.

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Saint Berdoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Ear Infections Wobbler's Syndrome Skin Diseases
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.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Saint Berdoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Fila Brasileiro, Rottweiler and Saint Berdoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-11 years The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodle: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	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 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.

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Saint Berdoodle 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 Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Saint Berdoodle dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Fila Brasileiro 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.	Saint Berdoodle 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 Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	6 to 8 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.	12 to 14 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Saint Berdoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Dense	Wiry Rough Curly Smooth
Colors What are the original Fila Brasileiro, Rottweiler and Saint Berdoodle color?	Black Red Yellow Brindle	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	White & Black White & Red White & Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Saint Berdoodle doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Saint Berdoodle 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 Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	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 Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle 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, Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saint Berdoodle has a low 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 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 Saint Berdoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle Good With Comparison

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.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Saint Berdoodle 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 Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle?	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	Yes Fila Brasileiro 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 Saint Berdoodle 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 Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Saint Berdoodle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Saint Berdoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle 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.	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: Fila Brasileiro or Rottweiler or Saint Berdoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle?	Not really Fila Brasileiro 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.	Not really Saint Berdoodle 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle 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 Rottweiler and Saint Berdoodle have?	4-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Fila Brasileiro vs Rottweiler vs Saint Berdoodle 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 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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