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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Comparison - Dog breed selector: Italian Bulldog or King Of The Toys or Rott? Find the right dog for you

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Name Neapolitan Mastiff Miniature Pinscher Rottweiler
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Italian Bulldog
Italian Mastiff
Italian Molosso
Mastino Napoletano
Neo
King Of The Toys
Reh Pinscher
Zwergpinsc
Min Pin
Rott
Rottie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Which is the smallest dog, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Giant Small Large
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Miniature Pinscher? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler weight comparison:
Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler height comparison:
Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $400-$600 $1200-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? 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.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Protective
Obedient
Dominant
Trainable
Fearless
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Clever
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?
Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Miniature Pinscher 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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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler playfulness comparison:
Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?
Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks.
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A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher 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 Rottweiler indoors.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler 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.
Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Rottweiler 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 Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Miniature Pinscher 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.
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.
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 Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler mouthiness comparison:
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?
Very healthy dog breed.
Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:
No data available Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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).
Frequent
The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Neapolitan Mastiff, Miniature Pinscher and Rottweiler 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 Miniature Pinscher: 13 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler 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.
Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler coat comparison:
Dense Rough Dense
Colors
What are the original Neapolitan Mastiff, Miniature Pinscher and Rottweiler color?
Black
Blue
Tawny
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Chocolate
Rust
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or {name3 shedding:
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?

High 🔼

The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average 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.
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The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rottweiler 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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Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler?
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?
No
Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rottweiler 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
Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rottweiler 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.
Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

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

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Neapolitan Mastiff or Miniature Pinscher or Rottweiler? Which is better for autism?

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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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 Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler?

Not really

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

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

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

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

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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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.

Yes

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

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Neapolitan Mastiff and Miniature Pinscher and Rottweiler have?
6-12 puppies 2-5 puppies 8-12 puppies

Neapolitan Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler 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 1925 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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
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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club

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