Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Comparison – Which dog is better Mastin d'Aragon or Rott?

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Name	Pyrenean Mastiff	Rottweiler
Origins	Spain	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. What other names are these breeds known by?	Mastin d'Aragon Mastín del Pirineo Mostín d'o Pireneu Perro Mastin del Pireneo	Rott Rottie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 178-200 pounds (81-90 kg), Female: 200-220 pounds (90-100 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: 190 pounds (85 kg), Female: 210 pounds (95 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler? Is a Pyrenean Mastiff taller than a Rottweiler?	Male: 29.5-31 inches (75-80 cm), Female: 26-28.5 inches (68-73 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: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (71 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler. Which breed costs more?	$900-$1000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Pyrenean Mastiff is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare training requirements.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare alertness levels.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare territorial behaviors.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Docile Gentle Brave Noble	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Sensitive: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	High: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler? Which can be better for hunting?	Pyrenean Mastiff 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.	Rottweiler 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

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare play drive and energy.	The Pyrenean Mastiff is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Mastiff 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Pyrenean Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Pyrenean Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare average lifespans.	8-12 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiff: 10 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Rare The Pyrenean Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare activity levels.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Pyrenean Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler? Compare breed colors.	Black White Brown Spotted Grey	Black Tan Rust Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Pyrenean Mastiff requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare drooling amounts.	The Pyrenean 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 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. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Pyrenean Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler? Do Pyrenean Mastiff dogs shed more than Rottweiler dogs?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare kid-friendliness.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or Rottweiler? Can a Pyrenean Mastiff and a Rottweiler be friends? Do Pyrenean Mastiff dogs get along with Rottweiler dogs?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler?	Yes Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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?	Pyrenean Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Pyrenean Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Pyrenean Mastiff or a Rottweiler? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. 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.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. Which has larger litters?	1-10 puppies, average 5	8-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. 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.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs Rottweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Pyrenean Mastiff and Rottweiler. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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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