Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Comparison – Which dog is better Rott or Tsang-khyi?

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Name	Rottweiler	Tibetan Mastiff
Origins	Germany	Tibet
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Rottweiler and Tibetan Mastiff. What other names are these breeds known by?	Rott Rottie	Tsang-khyi Dok-Khyi
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	140-170 pounds (64-78 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	155 pounds (71 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Tibetan Mastiff? Is a Rottweiler taller than a Tibetan Mastiff?	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	25-28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	26.5 inches (66 cm)

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$2000	$2500-$3500
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Tibetan Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare training requirements.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare alertness levels.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare territorial behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Stubborn Aloof Protective Courageous Loyal Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Tibetan 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 Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Tibetan 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Tibetan 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.

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare average lifespans.	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff. Which breed is healthier?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Autoimmune Hypothyroidism Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Rottweiler and Tibetan Mastiff? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare drooling amounts.	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 Tibetan 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 Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare fur types.	Dense	Thick Hard
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Tibetan Mastiff? Do Rottweiler dogs shed more than Tibetan Mastiff dogs?	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare kid-friendliness.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Tibetan 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 Rottweiler or Tibetan Mastiff?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan 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 Tibetan Mastiff? Can a Rottweiler and a Tibetan Mastiff be friends? Do Rottweiler dogs get along with Tibetan Mastiff dogs?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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.	Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan 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 Rottweiler or a Tibetan 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 Rottweiler or a Tibetan 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 Rottweiler or a Tibetan 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 Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Rottweiler or a Tibetan Mastiff? 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 Rottweiler and Tibetan Mastiff. Which has stronger military background?	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 Tibetan Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Tibetan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Rottweiler and Tibetan Mastiff. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Rottweiler and Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Rottweiler and Tibetan 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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