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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pastor de Garafía or Pit or Tsang-khyi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Garafian Shepherd American Pit Bull Terrier Tibetan Mastiff
OriginsSpain flagSpain United States flagUnited States Tibet flagTibet
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pastor de Garafía
Garafian Shepherd
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff weight comparison:
Male: 62-77 pounds (28-35 kg), Female: 53-66 pounds (24-30 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) 140-170 pounds (64-78 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60.5 pounds (27 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) 155 pounds (71 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 22-25 inch (57-64 cm), Female: 21.5-24 inch (55-62 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm) 25-28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23.5 inch (60.5 cm), Female: 23 inch (58.5 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm) 26.5 inches (66 cm)

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $500-$700 $2500-$3500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Average: The Garafian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff intelligence:
Smart: The Garafian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff trainability comparison.
Garafian Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Garafian Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Obedient
Social
Companionable
Herding
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Garafian Shepherd dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Average: Garafian Shepherd dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff social needs comparison:
Garafian Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Garafian Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Garafian Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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American Pit Bull Terrier 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.
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Tibetan Mastiff 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.
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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff playfulness comparison:
The Garafian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Average to High: The Garafian Shepherd is a vocal breed.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Garafian Shepherd breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Garafian Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
American Pit Bull Terrier 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Garafian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Garafian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff mouthiness comparison:
Garafian Shepherd dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?
The Garafian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Garafian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Garafian Shepherd, American Pit Bull Terrier and Tibetan Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Garafian Shepherd: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff energy level comparison:
Garafian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Garafian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Garafian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Garafian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff coat comparison:
Dense
Soft
Thick
Dense Undercoat
Abundant
Fine Thick
Hard
Colors
What are the original Garafian Shepherd, American Pit Bull Terrier and Tibetan Mastiff color?
Fawn
Yellow
Orange
Grey
Brown & Yellow
Reddish-Brown
Golden Yellow
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff grooming comparison:
Average: The Garafian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Garafian Shepherd dogs shed above average.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?

Medium

The Garafian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Garafian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Tibetan Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Yes
Garafian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Garafian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Tibetan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Garafian Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Garafian Shepherd or American Pit Bull Terrier or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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: Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff?

Not really

Garafian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Tibetan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Garafian Shepherd and American Pit Bull Terrier and Tibetan Mastiff have?
1-11 puppies 5-8 puppies 5-12 puppies

Garafian Shepherd vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Tibetan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. 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?
No data available American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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