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Name	Rottweiler	Doberman Pinscher	American Mastiff
Origins	Germany	Germany	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	AM Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Large Giant	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 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: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 180 pounds (81 kg), Female: 160 pounds (72 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	28-36 inches (65-91 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	32 inches (78 cm)

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The American Mastiff dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	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.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. 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?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. 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

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: American Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman 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 American Mastiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	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: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Rottweiler 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	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:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than 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.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	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: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	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?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher and American Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 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: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Doberman Pinscher 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

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.	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? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Mastiff has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Straight
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher and American Mastiff color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	White Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. 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: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher 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 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.	The Doberman Pinscher 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.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	American Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	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 Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	American Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher 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?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	American Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff 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.	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: Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher or American Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.	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.
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.

Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher and American Mastiff have?	8-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher vs American Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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