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- Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
- Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle: Overview
- Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle
- The Similarities Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle
- Lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle
- Price of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Price of Schnoodle
- Adopting the Neapolitan Mastiff versus Adopting the Schnoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle
- Do Neapolitan Mastiffs shed more than Schnoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle?
- Does the Neapolitan Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
- Do Neapolitan Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
- Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Neapolitan Mastiff vs. Schnoodle
- Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle?
- Are Neapolitan Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Neapolitan Mastiffs and Schnoodles?
- Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Neapolitan Mastiff
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Schnoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Neapolitan Mastiff and for the Schnoodle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle.
Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Neapolitan Mastiff is a giant-sized dog while the Schnoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Neapolitan Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Schnoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Schnoodle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle
Factor | Neapolitan Mastiff | Schnoodle |
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Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 120 to 200 pounds | 20 to 75 pounds |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Life Span | 8 to 10 years | 10 to 15 years |
Average Lifespan | 9.0 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $2870 | $1720 |
Price Range | $1800 – $3700 | $1250 – $2000 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Neapolitan Mastiff in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Schnoodle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Neapolitan Mastiff is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Schnoodle is a better pet than the Neapolitan Mastiff. So, you should get the Schnoodle!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle
Below is a list of where the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle
The Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle.
Neapolitan Mastiffs weigh 120 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Neapolitan Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Schnoodles weigh 20 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Schnoodles are 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle
The lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiffs is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiffs is 9.0 years.
The lifespan of Schnoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schnoodles is 12.5 years.
Schnoodles live longer than Neapolitan Mastiffs.
Price of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Price of Schnoodle
The average price of the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy is $2870. The price of the Neapolitan Mastiff typically ranges from $1800 – $3700. However, the price of a Neapolitan Mastiff can be as low as $500 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 83 Neapolitan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Schnoodle puppy is $1720. The price of the Schnoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $2000. However, the price of the Schnoodle can be as low as $750 and as high as $5535. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 225 Schnoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Neapolitan Mastiff is more expensive than the Schnoodle.
Neapolitan Mastiff | Schnoodle | |
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Average Price | $2870 | $1720 |
Price Range | $1800 to $3700 | $1250 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Neapolitan Mastiff and Schnoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Neapolitan Mastiff puppies or how many Schnoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Neapolitan Mastiffs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Schnoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy or the Schnoodle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Neapolitan Mastiff versus Adopting the Schnoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Neapolitan Mastiffs and many Schnoodles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Neapolitan Mastiff named Neo Ii that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Neapolitan Mastiffs like Neo Ii on pefinder.com.
Also, like Neapolitan Mastiffs, Schnoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Ralphie is a Male Schnoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schnoodles like Ralphie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Harry is the name of another Neapolitan Mastiff (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Chance is an adorable Male Schnoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Neapolitan Mastiffs and Schnoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.
Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Neapolitan Mastiffs shed more than Schnoodles?
Neapolitan Mastiffs shed moderately.
Schnoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle
Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle?
Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Schnoodles are very easy to groom.
Does the Neapolitan Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schnoodle?
Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Schnoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Neapolitan Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Schnoodles?
Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Schnoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schnoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Neapolitan Mastiff vs. Schnoodle
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Schnoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schnoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle?
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Neapolitan Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Schnoodles?
Neapolitan Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Schnoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Neapolitan Mastiffs and Schnoodles?
Neapolitan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Schnoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Easier to Train than the Schnoodle?
Neapolitan Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.
Schnoodles are very easy to train.
Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Schnoodle?
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Schnoodle?
Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Neapolitan Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Neapolitan Mastiff that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Neapolitan Mastiff:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schnoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Schnoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Neapolitan Mastiff and how the Schnoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff and of the Schnoodle to other breeds:
Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Schnoodle versus English Cocker Spaniel Schnoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog Schnoodle versus Lagotto Romagnolo Schnoodle versus Affenpinscher Schnoodle versus Plott Schnoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff Schnoodle versus Boxerdoodle Schnoodle versus Dutch Shepherd Schnoodle versus American Hairless Terrier Schnoodle versus German Wirehaired Pointer Schnoodle versus American Hairless Terrier Schnoodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Schnoodle versus Vizsla Schnoodle versus Shichon Schnoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog Schnoodle versus Boxer Schnoodle versus Basset Hound Schnoodle versus Shichon Schnoodle versus Finnish Lapphund Schnoodle versus Dogo Argentino Schnoodle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Schnoodle versus Cockapoo Schnoodle versus Frenchton Schnoodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Schnoodle versus Pyrenean Shepherd
Conclusion: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Schnoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.