Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Afghan Hound Versus Neapolitan Mastiff: Introduction
- Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff: Overview
- Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff
- Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Neapolitan Mastiff
- Adopting the Afghan Hound versus Adopting the Neapolitan Mastiff
- The Popularity of Afghan Hound versus Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff
- Health Problems of Afghan Hound versus Health Problems of Neapolitan Mastiff
- Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff?
- Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Neapolitan Mastiff?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff
- Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Neapolitan Mastiffs?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff?
- Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Neapolitan Mastiffs?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Neapolitan Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs?
- Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Neapolitan Mastiff?
- Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Neapolitan Mastiff
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Neapolitan Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Afghan Hound Versus Neapolitan Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan 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 Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan 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 Afghan Hound and for the Neapolitan Mastiff. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff
Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afghan Hound is a large-sized dog while the Neapolitan Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Afghan Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, 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.
Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Afghan Hound to the Neapolitan 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.
Factor | Afghan Hound | Neapolitan Mastiff |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Train | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 8 to 10 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 50 to 60 pounds | 120 to 200 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 9.0 years |
Average Price | $2390 | $2930 |
Price Range | $2250 – $2500 | $1800 – $3800 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 105 | 104 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afghan Hound 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 Neapolitan 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 a Afghan Hound is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Neapolitan Mastiff is 71 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Afghan Hound is a better pet than the Neapolitan Mastiff. So, you should get the Afghan Hound!
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 Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff
The Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Afghan Hounds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Afghan Hounds are 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Neapolitan Mastiffs weigh 120 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Neapolitan Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Neapolitan Mastiff
The average price of the Afghan Hound puppy is $2390. The price of the Afghan Hound typically ranges from $2250 – $2500. However, the price of a Afghan Hound can be as low as $1800 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 21 Afghan Hound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy is $2930. The price of the Neapolitan Mastiff typically ranges from $1800 – $3800. However, the price of a Neapolitan Mastiff can be as low as $500 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 78 Neapolitan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Neapolitan Mastiff is more expensive than the Afghan Hound.
Afghan Hound | Neapolitan Mastiff | |
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Average Price | $2390 | $2930 |
Price Range | $2250 to $2500 | $1800 to $3800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Afghan Hound and Neapolitan Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Afghan Hound puppies or how many Neapolitan Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Afghan Hounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Neapolitan Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Afghan Hound puppy or the Neapolitan Mastiff 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Afghan Hound versus Adopting the Neapolitan Mastiff
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Afghan Hounds and many Neapolitan Mastiffs 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 Afghan Hound named Sam that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Afghan Hounds like Sam on pefinder.com.
Also, like Afghan Hounds, Neapolitan Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Neo Ii is a Male Neapolitan Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Neapolitan Mastiffs like Neo Ii that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also Monty, an adorable Male Neapolitan Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Afghan Hounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Afghan Hound versus Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Neapolitan Mastiff is more popular with dog owners than the Afghan Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Neapolitan Mastiff is 104 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Afghan Hound is 105 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Afghan Hound
Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff
Year | Afghan Hound Popularity Rank | Neapolitan Mastiff Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 95 | 111 |
2014 | 98 | 114 |
2015 | 100 | 106 |
2016 | 113 | 99 |
2017 | 93 | 107 |
2018 | 113 | 102 |
2019 | 111 | 100 |
2020 | 122 | 100 |
Health Problems of Afghan Hound versus Health Problems of Neapolitan Mastiff
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Neapolitan Mastiff is prone to more genetic health problems than the Afghan Hound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Neapolitan Mastiff than for the Afghan Hound.
3 health tests are recommended for Afghan Hound while 4 tests are recommended for the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Afghan Hounds and in Neapolitan Mastiffs.
Afghan Hound Health Problems
Afghan Hounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Afghan Hound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Afghan Hound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Afghan Hound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Afghan Hounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Afghan Hounds here.
Neapolitan Mastiff Health Problems
Neapolitan Mastiffs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Neapolitan Mastiff puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Neapolitan Mastiff puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Neapolitan Mastiff breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Neapolitan Mastiffs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Neapolitan Mastiffs here.
Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff
Afghan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Neapolitan Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds are not easy to train.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff
Afghan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.
Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Neapolitan Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Neapolitan Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Neapolitan Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Neapolitan Mastiffs shed moderately.
Is the Afghan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Neapolitan Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Afghan Hounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Afghan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Neapolitan Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Neapolitan Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Neapolitan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Neapolitan Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
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.
Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Neapolitan Mastiff
Afghan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Neapolitan Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
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 Neapolitan Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Afghan Hound 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 Afghan Hound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Afghan Hound and how the Neapolitan Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afghan Hound and of the Neapolitan Mastiff to other breeds:
Afghan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Neapolitan Mastiff versus Black Russian Terrier Neapolitan Mastiff versus Karelian Bear Dog Neapolitan Mastiff versus Chi-Poo Neapolitan Mastiff versus American Foxhound Neapolitan Mastiff versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Neapolitan Mastiff versus Rottweiler Neapolitan Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Neapolitan Mastiff versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Neapolitan Mastiff versus Great Dane
Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Neapolitan 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 Afghan Hound and the Neapolitan Mastiff better suits you and your family.