Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff.

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Beagle Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Beagle 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 Beagle 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 Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Beagle 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 Beagle 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 Beagle 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 Beagle or the Spanish Mastiff.

Beagle versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Beagle is a small-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Beagle 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.

Beagle versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Beagle 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 Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff

Factor Beagle Spanish Mastiff
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
General Health 1/5 4/5
Easy To Train 1/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 26 to 35 inches
Weight 18 to 30 pounds 140 to 220 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1160 $1050
Price Range $650 – $1450 $1000 – $1050
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 Beagle 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 Beagle is 71 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 Beagle. 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 Beagle 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 Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:

    • Beagles have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Spanish Mastiffs are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Beagles get along well with other dogs. However, Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Beagles are very friendly towards strangers. However, Spanish Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Beagles 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.
    • Beagles 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.
    • Beagles 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.
    • Beagles do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Spanish Mastiffs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    The Similarities Between the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff

    The Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:

    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are not easy to train.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Beagle versus Spanish Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff.

    Beagles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Beagles are 13 to 15 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 Beagle versus Spanish Mastiff

    The lifespan of Beagles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Beagles 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.

    Beagles live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.

    Price of Beagle versus Price of Spanish Mastiff

    The average price of the Beagle puppy is $1160. The price of the Beagle typically ranges from $650 – $1450. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1017 Beagle 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 Beagle is more expensive than the Spanish Mastiff.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Beagle and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Beagle puppies or how many Spanish Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Beagles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Beagles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs

    A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Beagle 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: Beagle versus Spanish Mastiff

    Beagles do not like to be left alone.

    Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Beagles shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?

    Beagles shed moderately.

    Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Beagle or the Spanish Mastiff

    Beagles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Beagle or the Spanish Mastiff?

    Beagles are very easy to groom.

    Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Beagle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Beagles 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 Beagles Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

    Beagles 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 Beagles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Beagles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Beagle vs. Spanish Mastiff

    Beagles 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 Beagles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Beagles 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 Beagle or the Spanish Mastiff?

    Beagles get along very well with other dogs.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Beagles good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

    Beagles 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 Beagles and Spanish Mastiffs?

    Beagles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Beagle Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Beagles are not easy to train.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Is the Beagle Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Beagles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Beagle or the Spanish Mastiff?

    Beagles are OK for new dog owners.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Beagle 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 Beagle and the Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.