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Name	Poodle	Neapolitan Mastiff
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff? Is a Poodle taller than a Neapolitan Mastiff?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare training requirements.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare alertness levels.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	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: Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Poodle dogs have a higher than 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare climate tolerances.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff. Which breed is healthier?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff health problems comparison:	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	No data available

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare activity levels.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Neapolitan Mastiff 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

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare maintenance needs.	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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare drooling amounts.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare fur types.	Curly	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff? Do Poodle dogs shed more than Neapolitan Mastiff dogs?	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Neapolitan Mastiff? Can a Poodle and a Neapolitan Mastiff be friends? Do Poodle dogs get along with Neapolitan Mastiff dogs?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Yes Poodle 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Neapolitan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poodle or a Neapolitan Mastiff? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poodle vs Neapolitan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poodle and Neapolitan Mastiff. Which is more widely recognized?	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	No data available

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