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Name	Mastiff	Great Dane	Old English Sheepdog
Origins	England	Germany	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Bobtail
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Mastiff or Great Dane or Great Dane? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog 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: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog 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?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	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. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	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.	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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Old English Sheepdog 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: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Mastiff, Great Dane and Old English Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	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	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	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 Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Waterproof Shaggy Double
Colors What are the original Mastiff, Great Dane and Old English Sheepdog color?	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Mastiff or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog 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, Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 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. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog 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.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most 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 Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old English Sheepdog 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 Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old English Sheepdog 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.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog 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: Mastiff or Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog? 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.
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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: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog?	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog 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 Mastiff and Great Dane and Old English Sheepdog have?	3-5 puppies	10-15 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 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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