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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 Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Neapolitan Mastiff and Rottweiler mix

Italian Mastweiler Size and Weight

Size
Is an Italian Mastweiler small, medium or large dog?

How big do Italian Mastweiler get?

What is the average size of an Italian Mastweiler?

LargeGiant
Weight
How much does the Italian Mastweiler weigh? How much should an Italian Mastweiler weight? What is the normal weight of an Italian Mastweiler? How much does a full-grown Italian Mastweiler weight?
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
How much does the Italian Mastweiler puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of an Italian Mastweiler in the United States? How much money is an Italian Mastweiler?

Where to buy an Italian Mastweiler with a good pedigree?

$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

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Italian Mastweiler? Is the Italian Mastweiler breed dumb or smart?
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.

Trainability
Are Italian Mastweiler dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train an Italian Mastweiler?
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 Ability
Is Italian Mastweiler good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
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.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Italian Mastweiler dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
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

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Italian Mastweiler have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
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

Playfulness
How playful is this 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.
Barking
Do Italian Mastweiler dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Italian Mastweiler bark?
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.

Apartment Friendly
Is Italian Mastweiler good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have an Italian Mastweiler in an apartment?
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

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Average: Italian Mastweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can an Italian Mastweiler be left alone? How long can you leave an Italian Mastweiler alone?
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 Force PSI
Does the Italian Mastweiler has a hard bite? What is the bite force of an Italian Mastweiler? How much bite force does an Italian Mastweiler have? How strong is an Italian Mastweiler bite?

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.

Biting Potential
Do Italian Mastweiler bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Italian Mastweiler? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Italian Mastweiler? Why do dog bites happen?

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.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Italian Mastweiler do?
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.

Italian Mastweiler Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Italian Mastweiler dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
Italian Mastweilers are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
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
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Italian Mastweiler breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Italian Mastweiler see the vet?
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.
Life Expectancy
How long do Italian Mastweiler dogs live? How old can a Italian Mastweiler be? What is the age limit of the Italian Mastweiler? How many years can the oldest Italian Mastweiler live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of an Italian Mastweiler?

How long is the lifespan of an Italian Mastweiler?

8-12 years
The average lifespan of Italian Mastweiler: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
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.

Italian Mastweiler Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Italian Mastweiler have? What is the activity level of the Italian Mastweiler?
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

Average daily food consumption
How much food does an Italian Mastweiler need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does an Italian Mastweiler breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Italian Mastweiler? How much food should I feed my Italian Mastweiler?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Italian Mastweiler risk for obesity:
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.

Italian Mastweiler Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Italian Mastweiler have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
Dense
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Italian Mastweiler coats?
BlackTan Blue TawnyRustMahogany
Grooming
How to groom the Italian Mastweiler and how often? How often should I take my Italian Mastweiler to the groomer?
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.
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.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Italian Mastweiler need a bath? How often should you give an Italian Mastweiler a bath? Can I bathe my Italian Mastweiler every day?
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.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Italian Mastweiler breed hypoallergenic?
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.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

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.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Italian Mastweiler drool?
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.

Italian Mastweiler Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Italian Mastweiler dogs get along with other pets? Are Italian Mastweiler dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
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.
Child Friendly
Are Italian Mastweiler dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Italian Mastweiler temperament with children:
Italian Mastweiler dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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
Are they good as service dogs? Can Italian Mastweiler be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

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 Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Italian Mastweiler be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Italian Mastweiler be an emotional support animal?

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.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Italian Mastweiler be a sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Italian Mastweiler be a search and rescue dog?

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.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Italian Mastweiler be a boat dog?

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.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Italian Mastweiler be a drafting dog?

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.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Italian Mastweiler dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

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

Italian Mastweiler Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is an Italian Mastweiler pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Italian Mastweiler breed is pregnant?

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.

Litter Frequency

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.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Italian Mastweiler have in a litter? How many puppies can the Italian Mastweiler breed have for the first time? How many puppies does an Italian Mastweiler have? How many puppies can an Italian Mastweiler give birth to?
6-12 puppies

Italian Mastweiler Recognition

AKC Group
Is Italian Mastweiler recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Italian Mastweiler recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Italian Mastweiler Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Smart: The Italian Mastweiler dogs have great intelligence.
  • Health Issues: Italian Mastweilers are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Grooming: Easy to groom: The Italian Mastweiler doesn't require a lot of grooming.
  • Watchdog Ability: 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: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog: A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: 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: The Italian Mastweiler has a high chance of bad smell.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: High: The Italian Mastweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: 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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