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Name	Neapolitan Mastiff	Kangal Dog	American Mastiff
Origins	Italy	Turkey	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	AM Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or Kangal Dog? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	Male: 160-200 pounds (72-90 kg), Female: 140-180 pounds (63-81 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 180 pounds (81 kg), Female: 160 pounds (72 kg)
Height Which is taller, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	28-36 inches (65-91 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	32 inches (78 cm)

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$600-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The American Mastiff dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Mastiff dogs are 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 Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Mastiff dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? 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.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Dignified Protective Courageous Affectionate Good-natured Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	American Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff?	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: American Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff social needs comparison:	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	American Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Mastiff 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.	Kangal 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.	American Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: American Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff?	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The American Mastiff 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 Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog 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 American Mastiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff 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.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Mastiff is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff health problems comparison:	No data available	Fatty Tumors	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Entropion Skin Infections Skin Irritation Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Arthritis Cystine Urolithiasis Drooling Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Heart Disease Osteoarthritis Retinal Dysplasia Snoring
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Neapolitan Mastiff, Kangal Dog and American Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	5 to 6 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	6 to 8 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 Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The American Mastiff has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Double	Straight
Colors What are the original Neapolitan Mastiff, Kangal Dog and American Mastiff color?	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany	Black Gray Cream	White Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The American Mastiff requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or {name3 shedding:	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	American Mastiff dogs shed moderately. 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 Kangal Dog or American Mastiff?	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 Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff?	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The American Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The American 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.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Good With Comparison

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Neapolitan Mastiff or Kangal Dog or American Mastiff? 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.
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.	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: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff?	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.	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 Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff 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 Neapolitan Mastiff and Kangal Dog and American Mastiff have?	6-12 puppies	5-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Kangal Dog vs American Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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