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

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Name Tibetan Mastiff Leonberger Broholmer
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer breeds.
Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Large
Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer? Compare adult weight ranges.
140-170 pounds (64-78 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 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) Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer height comparison:
25-28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 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) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$2500-$3500 $1500-$2000 $1300-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer?
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.
Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which is easiest to train?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train.
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Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which breed is most alert?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which breed is most protective?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
Protective
Confident
Friendly
Calm
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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Broholmer 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 Leonberger vs Broholmer?
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer social needs comparison:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Broholmer 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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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Broholmer 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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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

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The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.

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The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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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Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Broholmer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.

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Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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 cold weather
The Leonberger 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 Broholmer 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, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which has fewer health issues?
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Broholmers 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.
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Broholmer 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 Leonberger vs Broholmer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer 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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which breed is most active?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer? 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.
Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer?
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.
Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which needs most food?
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 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Red
Brown
Yellow
Sandy
Reddish
Mahogany
Red
Yellow
Golden
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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 Leonberger is an average drooler.
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The Broholmer 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, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick
Hard
Waterproof Rough
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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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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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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 Leonberger or Broholmer? Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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Broholmer dogs shed moderately.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which is best with kids?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
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.
Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Leonberger or Broholmer?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer?
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.
Yes
Broholmer 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.
No
Broholmer 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.
Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Leonberger vs Broholmer As a Working Dog Comparison

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

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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

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

Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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 Leonberger vs Broholmer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. Which has most puppies?
5-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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 Leonberger vs Broholmer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Tibetan Mastiff, Leonberger, and Broholmer. 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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club

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