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Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or Old English Mastiff or Italian Bulldog? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff breeds.
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Italian Bulldog
Italian Mastiff
Italian Molosso
Mastino Napoletano
Neo
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Giant Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1200-$1500 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Great Dane 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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is easiest to train?
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is most alert?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is most protective?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Stubborn
Protective
Obedient
Dominant
Trainable
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Mastiff 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Dane 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is most playful?
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane 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 Mastiff indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff?
Great Dane 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Neapolitan Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which uses mouth most during play?
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has fewer health issues?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
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Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is most active?
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff?
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 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 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Black
Blue
Tawny
Mahogany
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which drools least?
The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The 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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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.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Great Dane or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is best with kids?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff?
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Mastiff 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Neapolitan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Neapolitan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has most puppies?
10-15 puppies 3-5 puppies 6-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. What's recommended?

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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Great Dane vs Mastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, Mastiff, and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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
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