Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Comparison – Which dog is better Sri Lankan Dog or Argentine Mastiff?

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Name	Sinhala Hound	Argentine Dogo
Origins	Sri Lanka	Argentina
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Sri Lankan Dog Sri Lankan Street Dog The Sri Lankan Rice Hound Sinhalese Hound	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Is the Sinhala Hound bigger than the Argentine Dogo breed? Is a Sinhala Hound smaller than an Argentine Dogo?	Small Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Is a Sinhala Hound taller than an Argentine Dogo?	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Sinhala Hound and Argentine Dogo?	Unknown	$2800-$5000
Availability Which is easier to get, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo smarter? Which is best? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo trainability comparison. What's the difference between Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Sinhala Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Independent Alert Lively Gentle	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Argentine Dogo 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: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Average to High: Sinhala Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo social needs comparison:	Sinhala Hound dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Argentine Dogo 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 Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo? Which can be better for hunting?	Sinhala Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo playfulness comparison:	Average: Sinhala Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Average: The Sinhala Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo 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 Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sinhala Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Sinhala Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Sinhala Hound bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Sinhala Hound more dangerous than an Argentine Dogo?	Low 🔽 The Sinhala Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo mouthiness comparison:	Sinhala Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	The Sinhala Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Average The Sinhala Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo lifespan comparison. How long do Sinhala Hound and Argentine Dogo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Sinhala Hound and Argentine Dogo?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Sinhala Hound: 16 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo energy level comparison:	Sinhala Hound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Sinhala Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Does the Sinhala Hound breed eat more than the Argentine Dogo breed?	1 to 1.5 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Sinhala Hound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo coat comparison:	Soft Thick Double	Fine
Colors What are the original Sinhala Hound and Argentine Dogo color? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo color comparison:	Black Red Sable Black & Tan	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Sinhala Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Do Sinhala Hound dogs shed more than Argentine Dogo dogs?	Sinhala Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Argentine Dogo 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: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	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 Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Medium ⏺ The Sinhala Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	The Sinhala Hound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Sinhala Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Which dog is more friendly?	Sinhala Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo?	Sinhala Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Can a Sinhala Hound and an Argentine Dogo be friends? Do Sinhala Hound dogs get along with Argentine Dogo dogs?	Sinhala Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Yes Sinhala Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Sinhala Hound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Sinhala Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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: Sinhala Hound or Argentine Dogo? Which is better for autism?	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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo?	Not really Sinhala Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Argentine Dogo 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?	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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Sinhala Hound and Argentine Dogo have? Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo litter size comparison:	1-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Sinhala Hound vs Argentine Dogo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina

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