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Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Tsang-khyi or Bullie or Old English Mastiff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tibetan Mastiff Bullmastiff Mastiff
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff breeds.
Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Bullie
Bully
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff? Compare adult weight ranges.
140-170 pounds (64-78 kg) Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
155 pounds (71 kg) Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff? Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff height comparison:
25-28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26.5 inches (66 cm) Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Find price differences between these breeds.
$2500-$3500 $1200-$1500 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff?
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is easiest to train?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is most alert?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is most protective?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Docile
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Calm
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
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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Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff?
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff social needs comparison:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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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.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.
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.
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.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has lowest bite risk?

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which uses mouth most during play?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which handles climate changes best?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has fewer health issues?
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Heart Problems
Entropion
Kidney Issues
Hemangiosarcoma
Lymphosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which breed is most active?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which needs most food?
6 to 8 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which drools 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 Bullmastiff 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 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick
Hard
Rough Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff? Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is best with kids?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Bullmastiff or Mastiff?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff?
Yes
Tibetan 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.
Yes
Mastiff 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
Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Mastiff 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.
Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

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

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has most military use?

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 Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has most puppies?
5-12 puppies 4-13 puppies, average 8 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. What's recommended?

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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Tibetan Mastiff vs Bullmastiff vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. How are they classified internationally?
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. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Tibetan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and Mastiff. Which has most recognition?
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
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
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

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