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Compare Rottweiler and Great Dane. Which is better: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?
Name | Rottweiler | Great Dane | Bullmastiff |
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Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 8 | 14 | 51 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff breeds. |
Rott Rottie |
Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane |
Bullie Bully |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is the largest? | Large Giant | Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) | Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) | Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) | Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) | Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff height comparison: | Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) | Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) | Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 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: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) | Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$2000 | $800-$1200 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? | Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is easiest to train? | Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. | Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. | Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most alert? | Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most protective? | Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff? Compare temperaments. |
Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured |
Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved |
Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff? | Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison: | Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Great Dane dogs are a social breed. | Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
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. | Great Dane 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. | Bullmastiff 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. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. | Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. | Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. | Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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 Great Dane 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 Bullmastiff indoors. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? | Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Great Dane 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. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has lowest bite risk? | High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which uses mouth most during play? | Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed lives longest? |
8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years |
7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has fewer health issues? | The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs. | Very healthy dog breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
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 Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia |
Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which breed is most active? | Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need. | Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal. | Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? | Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep. | Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which needs most food? | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals | 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Rust Mahogany |
Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle | Red Fawn Brindle |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which drools 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. | The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Dense | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Rottweiler or Great Dane or {name3 shedding: | Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. | Great Dane dogs shed moderately. | Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is best with kids? | Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets. | Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets. | Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly? | Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? | Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? | Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly. | Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff? |
Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bullmastiff 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 Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bullmastiff 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. | Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which is best for draft work? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has most military use? | 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 Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has most puppies? | 8-12 puppies | 10-15 puppies | 4-13 puppies, average 8 |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. How are they classified internationally? | 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Bullmastiff. Which has most recognition? |
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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
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 |
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