Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Sealyham Terrier Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
- Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
- Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
- Lifespan of Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
- Do Sealyham Terriers shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Does the Sealyham Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Do Sealyham Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Sealyham Terrier vs. Spanish Mastiff
- Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Are Sealyham Terriers good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Sealyham Terriers and Spanish Mastiffs?
- Is the Sealyham Terrier Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Sealyham Terrier Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff? 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Sealyham Terrier and for the Spanish Mastiff. 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff.
Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Sealyham Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Sealyham Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the Spanish 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.
Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Sealyham Terrier to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
Factor | Sealyham Terrier | Spanish Mastiff |
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Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 12 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 22 to 24 pounds | 140 to 220 pounds |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 35 inches |
Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $1000 – $1050 |
Average Price | No Data | $1050 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Sealyham Terrier 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Sealyham Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spanish Mastiff is a better pet than the Sealyham Terrier. So, you should get the Spanish Mastiff!
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 Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
The Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff.
Sealyham Terriers weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Sealyham Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
The lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.
Sealyham Terriers live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.
Tolerates Being Alone: Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
Sealyham Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Sealyham Terriers shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff
Sealyham Terriers drool moderately.
Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
Sealyham Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Sealyham Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
Sealyham Terriers 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.
Spanish 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.
Do Sealyham Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Sealyham Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Sealyham Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Sealyham Terrier vs. Spanish Mastiff
Sealyham Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Sealyham Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
Sealyham Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Sealyham Terriers good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Sealyham Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Sealyham Terriers and Spanish Mastiffs?
Sealyham Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Sealyham Terrier Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
Sealyham Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the Sealyham Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?
Sealyham Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Sealyham Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
Sealyham Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Sealyham Terrier and how the Spanish Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Sealyham Terrier and of the Spanish Mastiff to other breeds:
Sealyham Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spanish Mastiff versus Newfoundland Spanish Mastiff versus Valley Bulldog Spanish Mastiff versus American Bulldog Spanish Mastiff versus Catahoula Bulldog Spanish Mastiff versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Spanish Mastiff versus Maremma Sheepdog Spanish Mastiff versus Korean Jindo Dog Spanish Mastiff versus Miniature Pinscher Spanish Mastiff versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Spanish Mastiff versus Chow Chow Spanish Mastiff versus Peek A Poo Spanish Mastiff versus Basenji Spanish Mastiff versus Schnoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Kishu Ken Spanish Mastiff versus Boxer Spanish Mastiff versus English Setter Spanish Mastiff versus Bich Poo Spanish Mastiff versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Spanish Mastiff versus Maltese Spanish Mastiff versus Skye Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Harrier Spanish Mastiff versus Bolognese Spanish Mastiff versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Spanish Mastiff versus Boerboel Spanish Mastiff versus Pyrenean Mastiff
Conclusion: Sealyham Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.