Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Comparison – Which dog is better Old English Mastiff or Argentine Mastiff?

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Name	Mastiff	Argentine Dogo
Origins	England	Argentina
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. What other names are these breeds known by?	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 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: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mastiff or Argentine Dogo? Is a Mastiff taller than an Argentine Dogo?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$2800-$5000
Availability Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Argentine Dogo?	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare training requirements.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare alertness levels.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo?	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Argentine Dogo 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: Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo?	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo social needs comparison:	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Argentine Dogo 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 Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo?	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare play drive and energy.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare living space needs.	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare adaptability levels.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff or Argentine Dogo?	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.

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo. Which breed is healthier?	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo?	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare activity levels.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mastiff or Argentine Dogo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mastiff or Argentine Dogo?	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare daily food needs.	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

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Mastiff and Argentine Dogo? Compare breed colors.	Fawn Brindle Apricot	White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare drooling amounts.	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 Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo? Compare fur types.	Dense	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mastiff or Argentine Dogo? Do Mastiff dogs shed more than Argentine Dogo dogs?	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mastiff or Argentine Dogo? Which dog is more friendly?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mastiff or Argentine Dogo?	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mastiff or Argentine Dogo? Can a Mastiff and an Argentine Dogo be friends? Do Mastiff dogs get along with Argentine Dogo dogs?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo?	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Mastiff or an Argentine Dogo? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Mastiff and Argentine Dogo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Mastiff vs Argentine Dogo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Mastiff and Argentine Dogo. Which is more widely recognized?	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 North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina

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