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Name	Leonberger	Bullmastiff	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	Germany	England	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	100	51	16
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Bullie Bully	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Bullmastiff? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bullmastiff 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger 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 Bullmastiff indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher 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 Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Leonberger, Bullmastiff and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Doberman Pinscher 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

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	3 to 4.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Waterproof	Rough	Fine
Colors What are the original Leonberger, Bullmastiff and Doberman Pinscher color?	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Red Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Leonberger or Bullmastiff or {name3 shedding:	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher 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.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Doberman Pinscher 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 Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher 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.	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: Leonberger or Bullmastiff or Doberman Pinscher? 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: Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Leonberger and Bullmastiff and Doberman Pinscher have?	6-8 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8	6-10 puppies
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Leonberger vs Bullmastiff vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand 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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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