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Name	Mastiff	Newfoundland	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	England	Canada	Portugal
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	28	36	54
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Newfoundland? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2000	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? 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.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. 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 Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mastiff indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Newfoundland indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Newfoundland 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia
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 Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Mastiff, Newfoundland and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?	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 cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Curly
Colors What are the original Mastiff, Newfoundland and Portuguese Water Dog color?	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Gray White Brown	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Mastiff or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Mastiff or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	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 Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low 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 Newfoundland 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

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

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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.	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.

Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Newfoundland and Portuguese Water Dog have?	3-5 puppies	4-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Mastiff vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 1886 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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