Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff

Compare the Great Pyrenees to the Pyrenean Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Great Pyrenees and Pyrenean Mastiffs.

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-13 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
28-30 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
150-190 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Origin Country
Spain
Spain
Origin Year
-3000 BC
1659 AD
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-13 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Ectropion
Inflammatory bowel disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Pyrenean Mastiff
Breed Colors
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