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Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Comparison - Dog breed selector: Tsang-khyi or Kangal Dog or Gentle Giant? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tibetan Mastiff Anatolian Shepherd Dog Leonberger
OriginsTibet flagTibet Turkey flagTurkey Germany flagGermany
Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Kangal Dog
Kara Bas
Karabash Dog
Kham Kepiji Dogs
Scandinavian Nygaard Dogs
Coban Kopegi
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger weight comparison:
140-170 pounds (64-78 kg) Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
155 pounds (71 kg) Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger height comparison:
25-28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26.5 inches (66 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$3500 $500-$600 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Bold
Proud
Steady
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger social needs comparison:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:
Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Leonberger is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?
A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog barks occasionally.
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Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Anatolian Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Bloat
Entropion
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Mastiff, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog: 11 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?
Prefers cold weather
The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger energy level comparison:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger coat comparison:
Thick
Hard
Fine Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Tibetan Mastiff, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Leonberger color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Biscuit
Liver
Red
Brown
Yellow
Sandy
Reddish
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger grooming comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
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.
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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler.
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The Leonberger is an average drooler.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not dog-friendly.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?
Yes
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Tibetan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Anatolian Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Tibetan Mastiff or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.

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: Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger?

Not really

Tibetan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Tibetan Mastiff and Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Leonberger have?
5-12 puppies 5-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

Tibetan Mastiff vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. 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
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
No data available 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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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