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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Comparison - Dog breed selector: Old English Mastiff or Apollo of Dogs or African Lion Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Mastiff Great Dane Rhodesian Ridgeback
OriginsEngland flagEngland Germany flagGermany Zimbabwe flagZimbabwe
Group Working Dogs Working Dogs Hunting 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
African Lion Hound
African Lion Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is the smallest dog, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Giant Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Mastiff or Great Dane or Great Dane? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 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: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $800-$1200 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison.
Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? 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.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Dignified
Sensitive
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
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.
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Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:
Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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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.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:
Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.
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 Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback mouthiness comparison:
Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Elbow Dysplasia
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 Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Mastiff, Great Dane and Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
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 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:
Dense Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Mastiff, Great Dane and Rhodesian Ridgeback color?
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Gray
Red
White
Golden
Wheaten
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Mastiff or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:
Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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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.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
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
Rhodesian Ridgeback 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
Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Mastiff or Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Not really

Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Mastiff and Great Dane and Rhodesian Ridgeback have?
3-5 puppies 10-15 puppies 6-8 puppies

Mastiff vs Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 1955 as a Hound 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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