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Name	Lowchen	Mastiff	Papillon
Origins	Spain Germany France Netherlands	England	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Small	Giant	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lowchen or Mastiff or Mastiff? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon weight comparison:	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon height comparison:	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$5000-$8000	$1200-$1500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lowchen dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Papillon 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 Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen 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 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 Papillon indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.
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 Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Lowchen, Mastiff and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon energy level comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon coat comparison:	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original Lowchen, Mastiff and Papillon color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Lowchen or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Papillon dogs are very 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 Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon?	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	Yes Lowchen 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.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon 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: Lowchen or Mastiff or Papillon? 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.	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: Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon?	Not really Lowchen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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?	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon 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 Lowchen and Mastiff and Papillon have?	3-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Lowchen vs Mastiff vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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. 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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