Irish Wolfhound vs Tibetan Mastiff

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Tibetan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Tibetan Mastiffs.

Irish Wolfhound vs Tibetan Mastiff
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-14 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
24-26 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
100-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin Country
Unspecified
China
Origin Year
-700 BC
1100 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
5-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Above Average
None
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
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