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Italian Mastweiler Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Italian Mastweiler so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginGermany flagGermany Italy flagItaly
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is an Italian Mastweiler? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Neapolitan Mastiff and Rottweiler mix

Italian Mastweiler Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is an Italian Mastweiler? Learn how big the Italian Mastweiler breed typically grows.
LargeGiant
Weight Statistics
How much does an Italian Mastweiler weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Italian Mastweiler breed.
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of an Italian Mastweiler?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height
How tall is the Italian Mastweiler? Italian Mastweiler height:
Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of an Italian Mastweiler?
Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)

Italian Mastweiler Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does an Italian Mastweiler puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Italian Mastweiler costs.
$1200-$2000
If you choose to purchase the Italian Mastweiler, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Italian Mastweiler for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Italian Mastweiler gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Italian Mastweiler? How many Italian Mastweiler are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Italian Mastweiler is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Italian Mastweiler Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is an Italian Mastweiler? Discover the Italian Mastweiler's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Smart: The Italian Mastweiler dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Italian Mastweiler is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train an Italian Mastweiler? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's trainability and response to training methods.
Italian Mastweiler dogs are quite easy to train. Sometimes they can be challenging, but if you're consistent in teaching new commands they will obey for sure.
Watchdog Rating
How good is an Italian Mastweiler as a watchdog? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's alertness and guarding instincts.
Italian Mastweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Italian Mastweiler dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is an Italian Mastweiler protective of its territory? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's guarding instincts and behavior.
Italian Mastweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Italian Mastweiler can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Italian Mastweiler will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Italian Mastweiler Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does an Italian Mastweiler have? Learn about characteristic Italian Mastweiler temperament and behavior traits.
StubbornIndependentProtectiveAlertCourageousIntelligentObedientDominantLoyalTrainableFearlessGood-natured
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Italian Mastweiler sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Italian Mastweiler dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is an Italian Mastweiler a good family dog?
Average: Italian Mastweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. Some breeds are forthcoming and friendly, while others are independent and don't bond too closely with their owners.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Italian Mastweiler need? Italian Mastweiler social needs:
Italian Mastweiler dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Italian Mastweiler to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Italian Mastweiler roam?
Italian Mastweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. They have low to average wanderlust potential. Exploring the world is not the best activity they can imagine.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Italian Mastweiler have high prey drive?
Italian Mastweiler 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. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Italian Mastweiler Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does an Italian Mastweiler bark a lot? Learn about typical Italian Mastweiler vocalization patterns and triggers.
Low to Average: The Italian Mastweiler rarely barks. This breed could be a good choice if you're looking for a quiet breed. They don't bark unless there is a good reason.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is an Italian Mastweiler? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Italian Mastweiler breed.
Average: Italian Mastweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. Sometimes they bark in excitement for playing, but they are not the most playful dog breed.
Apartment Adaptability
Can an Italian Mastweiler live in an apartment? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's suitability for apartment living.
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 Italian Mastweiler indoors.

Italian Mastweiler Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is an Italian Mastweiler to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's flexibility to new situations.
Average: Italian Mastweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can an Italian Mastweiler be left alone? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's tolerance to solitude.
Italian Mastweiler dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Italian Mastweiler Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is an Italian Mastweiler biting potential? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Italian Mastweiler has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)

High 🔼

The Italian Mastweiler has a high chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is an Italian Mastweiler mouthy? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's tendency to use mouth during play.
Italian Mastweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Italian Mastweiler dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is an Italian Mastweiler bite? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's bite force measured in PSI.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Italian Mastweiler bite force: The Strongest. The Italian Mastweiler bite force is among the strongest in the canine world. The bite force Italian Mastweiler measurements are typically quite high, which is a testament to their powerful and large stature. The bite force of Italian Mastweiler dogs is impressive, and their Italian Mastweiler bite PSI is reflective of their powerful nature.

The Italian Mastweiler PSI bite should be respected, and appropriate precautions should be taken when interacting with these dogs. The PSI of an Italian Mastweiler bite is high, making them one of the strongest breeds in terms of bite force.

They are very protective of themselves and their families, therefore a dog bite from them could be exceptionally dangerous with their PSI being above 400.

To ensure a well-behaved and controlled dog, it's important to learn how to train an Italian Mastweiler puppy not to bite from an early age. It is important that they’re trained to be around others safely.

Italian Mastweiler Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does an Italian Mastweiler live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Italian Mastweiler breed.
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Italian Mastweiler: 10 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does an Italian Mastweiler handle different weather? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's climate adaptability.
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in an Italian Mastweiler? Discover typical conditions affecting the Italian Mastweiler breed.
Italian Mastweilers are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does an Italian Mastweiler need vet visits? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's veterinary care requirements.
Rare
The Italian Mastweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Italian Mastweiler breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Italian Mastweiler breed? Most common health risks of Italian Mastweiler:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesHypothyroidismBloatElbow DysplasiaPanosteitisAortic StenosisOsteosarcomaSubvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Italian Mastweiler Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is an Italian Mastweiler? Understand daily activity needs of the Italian Mastweiler breed.
Italian Mastweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does an Italian Mastweiler need? How much exercise do Italian Mastweiler dogs require per day?

Do Italian Mastweiler dogs need a lot of exercises?

Italian Mastweiler dogs have an average exercise need. This breed is satisfied with short walks every weekday and a long ones on weekends.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Italian Mastweiler breed need?
Italian Mastweiler dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Italian Mastweiler Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is an Italian Mastweiler prone to weight gain? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's obesity risks.
High: The Italian Mastweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding. If you want to keep balance, increase the amount and frequency of your daily dog walk and play with the Italian Mastweiler more often.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Italian Mastweiler weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does an Italian Mastweiler need daily? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's feeding requirements.
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Italian Mastweiler Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is an Italian Mastweiler hypoallergenic? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Italian Mastweiler dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does an Italian Mastweiler come in? Discover all possible Italian Mastweiler color variations.
BlackTan Blue TawnyRustMahogany
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does an Italian Mastweiler need? Learn about Italian Mastweiler coat maintenance requirements.
Easy to groom: The Italian Mastweiler doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Italian Mastweiler is a good choice if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Recommended for beginners.
Drooling Tendency
Does an Italian Mastweiler drool a lot? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's drooling habits.
The Italian Mastweiler is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool much more than others, just like the Italian Mastweiler.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does an Italian Mastweiler smell bad? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's natural odor levels.

High 🔼

The Italian Mastweiler has a high chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does an Italian Mastweiler have? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's fur characteristics.
Dense
Bathing Needs
How often does an Italian Mastweiler need baths? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's bathing requirements.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Shedding Level
How much do Italian Mastweiler dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Italian Mastweiler? Do Italian Mastweiler dogs shed a lot?
Italian Mastweiler dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.

Italian Mastweiler Good With

Child Compatibility
Is an Italian Mastweiler good with children? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's behavior around kids of different ages.
Italian Mastweiler dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does an Italian Mastweiler get along with other pets? Discover the Italian Mastweiler's compatibility with other animals.
Italian Mastweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Italian Mastweiler temperament with other people:
Italian Mastweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
How well do Italian Mastweiler dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Italian Mastweiler breed live with a cat?
Italian Mastweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Italian Mastweiler good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Italian Mastweiler dogs get along with other dogs?
Italian Mastweiler dogs are not dog-friendly. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Italian Mastweiler is not the best choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Italian Mastweiler breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Italian Mastweiler breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Italian Mastweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Italian Mastweiler dogs good office canines? Do Italian Mastweiler dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Italian Mastweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Italian Mastweiler dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Italian Mastweiler temperament with senior people? Are Italian Mastweiler dogs good for elderly owners?
Italian Mastweilers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Italian Mastweiler As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can an Italian Mastweiler be a service dog? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's service work potential.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Italian Mastweiler breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is an Italian Mastweiler good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's therapy work aptitude.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Italian Mastweiler breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is an Italian Mastweiler good at detection work? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Italian Mastweiler is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can an Italian Mastweiler do search and rescue? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's SAR capabilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Italian Mastweiler is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is an Italian Mastweiler good on boats? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Italian Mastweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can an Italian Mastweiler pull carts? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's drafting abilities.

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Italian Mastweiler breed is a good choice for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was an Italian Mastweiler used in military service? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's military history.

Not really

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

Italian Mastweiler Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does an Italian Mastweiler usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
6-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is an Italian Mastweiler pregnant? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Italian Mastweiler: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can an Italian Mastweiler have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Italian Mastweiler Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is an Italian Mastweiler in? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is an Italian Mastweiler in? Learn about the Italian Mastweiler's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Italian Mastweiler Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Smart: The Italian Mastweiler dogs have great intelligence.
  • Health Concerns: Italian Mastweilers are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Grooming Requirements: Easy to groom: The Italian Mastweiler doesn't require a lot of grooming.
  • Watchdog Rating: Italian Mastweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Italian Mastweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Italian Mastweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Draft Work Capability: A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Italian Mastweiler dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Italian Mastweiler is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
  • Stinkiness Rating: The Italian Mastweiler has a high chance of bad smell.
  • Obesity Tendency: High: The Italian Mastweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Italian Mastweiler dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
  • Dog Friendly: Italian Mastweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
  • Office Friendly: Italian Mastweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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