Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Afghan Hound Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
- Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
- Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff
- Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
- Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff
- Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Spanish Mastiffs?
- Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Spanish Mastiff
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Afghan Hound Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afghan Hound and the Spanish 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 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 Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afghan Hound 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 Afghan Hound 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afghan Hound 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 Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff
Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afghan Hound is a large-sized dog while the Spanish 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 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.
Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Afghan Hound 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.
| Factor | Afghan Hound | Spanish Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 35 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 60 pounds | 140 to 220 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2390 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $2250 – $2500 | $1000 – $1050 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*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 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 a Afghan Hound is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spanish Mastiff is a better pet than the Afghan Hound. 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 Afghan Hound 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 Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff
The Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afghan Hound and the Spanish 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, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.
Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiff puppy is $1050. The price of the Spanish Mastiff typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of a Spanish Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Afghan Hound is more expensive than the Spanish Mastiff.
| Afghan Hound | Spanish Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2390 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $2250 to $2500 | $1000 to $1050 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Afghan Hound and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Afghan Hound puppies or how many Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Afghan Hound puppy or the Spanish 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.
Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff
Afghan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds are not easy to train.
Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff
Afghan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.
Is the Afghan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?
Afghan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Afghan Hounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Afghan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds 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 Afghan Hounds and Spanish Mastiffs?
Afghan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish 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.
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.
Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Spanish Mastiff
Afghan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afghan Hound and of the Spanish Mastiff to other breeds:
Afghan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Afghan Hound versus Mastiff Afghan Hound versus American Hairless Terrier Afghan Hound versus Brussels Griffon Afghan Hound versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Afghan Hound versus Saint Bernard Afghan Hound versus Sheepadoodle Afghan Hound versus German Shepherd Dog Afghan Hound versus Bich Poo Afghan Hound versus Italian Greyhound Afghan Hound versus Barbet
Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spanish Mastiff versus Sheepadoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Basenji Spanish Mastiff versus Samoyed Spanish Mastiff versus American Hairless Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Shihpoo Spanish Mastiff versus Dogo Argentino Spanish Mastiff versus Cesky Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus German Shorthaired Pointer Spanish Mastiff versus Labradoodle
Conclusion: Afghan Hound 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 Afghan Hound and the Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.