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Name	St. Bernard	Mastiff	Bullmastiff
Origins	Switzerland Italy	England	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Bullie Bully
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Mastiff? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 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?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 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?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$1800	$1200-$1500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	St. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: St. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	High: St. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	Low: The St. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	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 St.	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 Mastiff indoors.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	St.	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.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.
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:	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff mouthiness comparison:	St. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	Very healthy dog breed.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Rare The Mastiff 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Mastiff and Bullmastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	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 Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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. See more.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff energy level comparison:	St.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	St.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	6 to 8 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original St. Bernard, Mastiff and Bullmastiff color?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Red Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? St. Bernard or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bullmastiff 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: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff 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, St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The St. See more.	The 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.	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. See more.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bullmastiff 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 St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	St.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	St.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff?	St.	Mastiff 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: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	No St.	Yes Mastiff 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 St.	No Mastiff 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?	St.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff 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.	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: St. Bernard or Mastiff or Bullmastiff? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bullmastiff 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff 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 St. Bernard and Mastiff and Bullmastiff have?	6-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8
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St. Bernard vs Mastiff vs Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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	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	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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