Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Comparison – Which dog is better Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Tsang-khyi?

"Find similarities and differences between Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff" Compare Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff. Which is better: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Great Pyrenees	Tibetan Mastiff
Origins	Spain France	Tibet
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	66	153
Reviews	3	2
User Ratings

Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Tsang-khyi Dok-Khyi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Is the Great Pyrenees bigger than the Tibetan Mastiff breed? Is a Great Pyrenees smaller than a Tibetan Mastiff?	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	140-170 pounds (64-78 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	155 pounds (71 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Is a Great Pyrenees taller than a Tibetan Mastiff?	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	25-28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	26.5 inches (66 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff?	$500-$600	$2500-$3500
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff smarter? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff trainability comparison. What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff 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: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Stubborn Aloof Protective Courageous Loyal Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff? Which can be better for hunting?	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	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: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees 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.

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Great Pyrenees more dangerous than a Tibetan Mastiff?	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Autoimmune Hypothyroidism Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff energy level comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Does the Great Pyrenees breed eat more than the Tibetan Mastiff breed?	8 to 10 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense Double	Thick Hard
Colors What are the original Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff color? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff color comparison:	White	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff grooming comparison:	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Do Great Pyrenees dogs shed more than Tibetan Mastiff dogs?	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff 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: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees 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? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not 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 Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? Can a Great Pyrenees and a Tibetan Mastiff be friends? Do Great Pyrenees dogs get along with Tibetan Mastiff dogs?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Yes Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees 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?	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff? 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Mastiff 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff have? Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff litter size comparison:	6-9 puppies	5-12 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy

Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff

Reviews