Saint Bernard vs Tibetan Mastiff

Compare the Saint Bernard to the Tibetan Mastiff. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Saint Bernards and Tibetan Mastiffs.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Saint Bernard
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Height
24-26 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
100-170 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
China
Switzerland
Origin Year
1100 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
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
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
5-75 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
None
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Tibetan Mastiff
Saint Bernard
Breed Colors
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