Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Comparison – Which dog is better Mastín de España or Alabai?

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Name	Spanish Mastiff	Central Asian Ovtcharka
Origins	Spain	Russia
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. What other names are these breeds known by?	Mastín de España Mastin de Extremadura Mastin de la Mancha Mastin de Leon Mastin Espanol	Alabai Aziat Central Asian Ovcharka Central Asian Ovtcharka Central Asian Owtcharka Central Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Ovcharka Middle Asian Owtcharka Middle Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Shepherd Middle Asian Shepherd Dog Turkmen Alabai Volkadov Wolf Crusher Central Asian Shepherd Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 185-220 pounds (90-100 kg), Female: 145-170 pounds (52-77 kg)	121-176 pounds (55-80 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 202.5 pounds (95 kg), Female: 157.5 pounds (64.5 kg)	148.5 pounds (67.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Is a Spanish Mastiff taller than a Central Asian Ovtcharka?	28-35 inches (72-88 cm)	27-32 inches (68.5-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	31.5 inches (80 cm)	29.5 inches (75 cm)

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$1200-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Average: The Spanish Mastiff is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Affectionate Selfish Determined Noble	Curious Independent Strong Bold Adaptable Imperturbable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	High: Spanish Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka social needs comparison:	Spanish Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Spanish Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which can be better for hunting?	Spanish 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.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Spanish Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Central Asian Ovtcharka rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Spanish Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Spanish Mastiff breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Central Asian Ovtcharka breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Spanish Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Spanish Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Central Asian Ovtcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Spanish Mastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Spanish Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Central Asian Ovtcharka bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiff: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Central Asian Ovtcharka: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Central Asian Ovtcharka can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which breed is healthier?	Spanish Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas 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: Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Frequent The Spanish Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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: Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Heart Problems Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Obesity Dental Problems Panosteitis Joint Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare activity levels.	Spanish Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Spanish Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Spanish Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Spanish Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Central Asian Ovtcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare daily food needs.	8 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare breed colors.	Black Fawn Sable Yellow Brindle	Black White Fawn Brindle Grey Russet Straw Flecked
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Spanish Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Central Asian Ovtcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare drooling amounts.	The Spanish Mastiff 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Spanish Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Central Asian Ovtcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare fur types.	Dense Thick Straight	Dense Thick Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Do Spanish Mastiff dogs shed more than Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs?	Spanish Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare kid-friendliness.	Spanish Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Spanish Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Which dog is more friendly?	Spanish Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Spanish Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Spanish Mastiff or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Can a Spanish Mastiff and a Central Asian Ovtcharka be friends? Do Spanish Mastiff dogs get along with Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs?	Spanish Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka?	Yes Spanish Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Spanish Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Spanish Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? 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 Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? 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 Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Spanish Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Central Asian Ovtcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Spanish Mastiff or a Central Asian Ovtcharka? 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 Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which has larger litters?	3-6 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. 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.

Spanish Mastiff vs Central Asian Ovtcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. 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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Spanish Mastiff and Central Asian Ovtcharka. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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