Quick Links: Table of Contents
- American Foxhound Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
- American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
- American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff
- Size Comparison of American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff
- Lifespan of American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff
- Price of American Foxhound versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff
- Do American Foxhounds shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Does the American Foxhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Do American Foxhounds Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: American Foxhound vs. Spanish Mastiff
- Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Are American Foxhounds good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are American Foxhounds and Spanish Mastiffs?
- Is the American Foxhound Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Conclusion: American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
American Foxhound Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff.
American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Foxhound is a medium-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the American Foxhound 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.
American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff
| Factor | American Foxhound | Spanish Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 13 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 35 inches |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 60 pounds | 140 to 220 pounds |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $460 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $400 – $500 | $1000 – $1050 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound is 74 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 American Foxhound. 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 American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff
Below is a list of where the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:
- American Foxhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Spanish Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
- American Foxhounds get along well with other dogs. However, Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
- American Foxhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
- American Foxhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
The Similarities Between the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff
The American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are not easy to train.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff can tolerate cold weather.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff can tolerate hot weather.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff are very playful.
Size Comparison of American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff.
American Foxhounds weigh 40 to 60 pounds when fully grown. American Foxhounds are 21 to 25 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 American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff
The lifespan of American Foxhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of American Foxhounds is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.
American Foxhounds live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.
Price of American Foxhound versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
The average price of the American Foxhound puppy is $460. The price of the American Foxhound typically ranges from $400 – $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 American Foxhound 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. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Spanish Mastiff is more expensive than the American Foxhound.
The charts below show the price distribution for the American Foxhound and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many American Foxhound puppies or how many Spanish Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of American Foxhounds. 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 American Foxhound 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 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: American Foxhound versus Spanish Mastiff
American Foxhounds do not like to be left alone.
Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do American Foxhounds shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
American Foxhounds shed moderately.
Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff
American Foxhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff?
American Foxhounds are very easy to groom.
Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Does the American Foxhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
American Foxhounds 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.
Do American Foxhounds Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
American Foxhounds 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 American Foxhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
American Foxhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: American Foxhound vs. Spanish Mastiff
American Foxhounds 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.
Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
American Foxhounds can tolerate hot weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff?
American Foxhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are American Foxhounds good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
American Foxhounds 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 American Foxhounds and Spanish Mastiffs?
American Foxhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the American Foxhound Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
American Foxhounds are not easy to train.
Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the American Foxhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?
American Foxhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Foxhound or the Spanish Mastiff?
American Foxhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Conclusion: American Foxhound 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 American Foxhound and the Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.