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Name	Newfoundland	Neapolitan Mastiff	Poodle
Origins	Canada	Italy	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Neapolitan Mastiff? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1500-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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.	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: Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle?	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle?	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Poodle 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: Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Newfoundland, Neapolitan Mastiff and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle?	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	5 to 6 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 3 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? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	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 Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle coat comparison:	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Newfoundland, Neapolitan Mastiff and Poodle color?	Black Gray White Brown	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Neapolitan 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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle 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: Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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 Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle 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, Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle?	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Newfoundland or Neapolitan Mastiff or Poodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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.	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: Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle?	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle 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 Newfoundland and Neapolitan Mastiff and Poodle have?	4-12 puppies	6-12 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Newfoundland vs Neapolitan Mastiff vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy 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 Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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