Tibetan Mastiff vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

Compare the Tibetan Mastiff to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Tibetan Mastiffs and Caucasian Shepherd Dogs.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-26 Inches
25-28 Inches
Weight
100-170 Pounds
80-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
China
Georgia
Origin Year
1100 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
5-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Low
High to Very High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
None
Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Tibetan Mastiff
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Bown
Bown
Cream
Cream
Red Gold
Red Gold
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
White
White
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