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Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Old English Mastiff or Swissy or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

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Name Mastiff Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Great Dane
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane breeds.
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Swissy
Great Swiss Mountain Dog
Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund
Large Swiss Mountain Dog
Great Swiss Cattle Dog
Bouvier Suisse
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg) 130-135 pounds (59-61 kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg) 132.5 pounds (60 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane height comparison:
Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) 23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm) Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) 23.5-28.5 (66 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $2000-$2500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is easiest to train?
Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is most alert?
Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is most protective?
Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane? Compare temperaments.
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Protective
Alert
Devoted
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Great Dane 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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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is most playful?
Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is most flexible?
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
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.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which uses mouth most during play?
Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which handles climate changes best?
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 cold weather
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has fewer health issues?
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
Average
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Distichiasis
Digestive Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which breed is most active?
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog'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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 5 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

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. What colors are available?
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Black
Red
White
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which drools 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is best with kids?
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Mastiff or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Yes
Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Dane 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.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which is best for draft work?

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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has most military use?

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.

Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies 10-15 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. What's recommended?

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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Mastiff vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Mastiff, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Great Dane. Which has most recognition?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Pet Registry, Inc.
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

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