Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Comparison – Which dog is better Tsang-khyi or Gentle Giant?

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Name	Tibetan Mastiff	Leonberger
Origins	Tibet	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	153	100
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Tsang-khyi Dok-Khyi	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Is the Tibetan Mastiff bigger than the Leonberger breed? Is a Tibetan Mastiff smaller than a Leonberger?	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger weight comparison:	140-170 pounds (64-78 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: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Is a Tibetan Mastiff taller than a Leonberger?	25-28 inches (61-71 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: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Tibetan Mastiff and Leonberger?	$2500-$3500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger smarter? Which is best? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger intelligence:	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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Trainability Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger trainability comparison. What's the difference between Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Mastiff 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. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Protective Courageous Loyal Strong Willed	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger? 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. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Leonberger 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 Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
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Tibetan Mastiff 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.	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 Leonberger?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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 Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Tibetan Mastiff more dangerous than a Leonberger?	High 🔼 The Tibetan Mastiff 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 Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Autoimmune Hypothyroidism Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy	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: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Frequent The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Mastiff and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Tibetan Mastiff and Leonberger?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Prefers cold weather The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger energy level comparison:	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Tibetan Mastiff 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 Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Does the Tibetan Mastiff breed eat more than the Leonberger breed?	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
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Mastiff 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. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Thick Hard	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Tibetan Mastiff and Leonberger color? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger color comparison:	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Brown	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Do Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed more than Leonberger dogs?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	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.
Hypoallergenic Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	High 🔼 The Tibetan Mastiff has a high 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? What's the difference between Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	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. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Tibetan Mastiff 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.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Can a Tibetan Mastiff and a Leonberger be friends? Do Tibetan Mastiff dogs get along with Leonberger dogs?	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Yes Tibetan Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 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.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Tibetan Mastiff 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. 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: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger?	Not really Tibetan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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.
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.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Tibetan Mastiff and Leonberger have? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger litter size comparison:	5-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Tibetan Mastiff 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 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.	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	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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