Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Comparison – Which dog is better Italian Bulldog or Cardi?

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Name	Neapolitan Mastiff	Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Origins	Italy	Wales
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	107	68
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo	Cardi Cardigan
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Is the Neapolitan Mastiff bigger than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed? Is a Neapolitan Mastiff smaller than a Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Is a Neapolitan Mastiff taller than a Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Neapolitan Mastiff and Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	$1500-$2000	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi smarter? Which is best? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi trainability comparison. What's the difference between Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless	Active Alert Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Gentle Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	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: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Neapolitan Mastiff more dangerous than a Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Low 🔽 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi mouthiness comparison:	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Very healthy dog breed.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Rare The Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do Neapolitan Mastiff and Cardigan Welsh Corgi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Neapolitan Mastiff and Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cardigan Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi energy level comparison:	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Does the Neapolitan Mastiff breed eat more than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups 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? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi coat comparison:	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Neapolitan Mastiff and Cardigan Welsh Corgi color? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi color comparison:	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany	Blue & Merle & White Sable & White Red & White Black & White Brindle & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Do Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed more than Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	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 Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	The Neapolitan 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 Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Can a Neapolitan Mastiff and a Cardigan Welsh Corgi be friends? Do Neapolitan Mastiff dogs get along with Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	No Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Neapolitan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Neapolitan Mastiffs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Neapolitan Mastiff or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Neapolitan Mastiff and Cardigan Welsh Corgi have? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi litter size comparison:	6-12 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 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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