Bullmastiff vs Neapolitan Mastiff Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Bullmastiff

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Bullmastiff

3/5 · Acceptable

Easiest Grooming

🤝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🤝 Tie

Easiest to Train

🤝 Tie

Most Active

Neapolitan Mastiff

3/5 · Moderate

Best for First-Time Owners

Bullmastiff

Yes

5/6

83%

Bullmastiff

👑 Winner

4/6

67%

Neapolitan Mastiff

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
England
Italy
Popularity
#51
#107
Common Names & Aliases
BullieBully
Italian BulldogItalian MastiffItalian MolossoMastino NapoletanoNeo
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Giant
Weight Statistics
Male: 50-60 kg, Female: 45-55 kg
Male: 59-68 kg, Female: 45-54 kg
Average Weight
Male: 50-60 kg, Female: 49.9 kg
Male: 63.5 kg, Female: 49.9 kg
Height
Male: 63-69 cm, Female: 61-66 cm
Male: 65-75 cm, Female: 60-70 cm
Average Height
Male: 63-69 cm, Female: 61-66 cm
Male: 70 cm, Female: 65 cm
Intelligence Rating
2/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
2/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$1200-$1500
$1500-$2000
Availability
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
AlertCourageousDocileLoyalReliableCalmDevotedPowerfulProtective
ProtectiveFearlessStubbornDominantObedientTrainable
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
1/5
Prey Drive
3/5
1/5
Affection Level
3/5
3/5
Social Needs
3/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
1/5
2/5
Playful Nature
2/5
2/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
2/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
2/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Above 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
8-10 years
8-10 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers warm weather
Health Concerns
5/5
5/5
Health Problems
CancerEntropionHeart ProblemsHemangiosarcomaHypothyroidismKidney IssuesLymphosarcomaOsteosarcomaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Not available
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Rare
Energy Rating
2/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
4/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
2/5
2/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
5/5
Food Consumption
3 to 4.5 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.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
FawnRedBrindle
MahoganyBlueTawnyBlack
Grooming Requirements
2/5
2/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
5/5
5/5
Stinkiness Rating
High
High
Coat Characteristics
Rough
Dense
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
1/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
3/5
Dog Friendly
1/5
1/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
1/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Average
Pet Compatibility
Not Good
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
No
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Yes
Military Service Background
Not really
Yes
Puppy Litter Size
4-13 puppies, average 8
6-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
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
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
Not available
Winner / Best value