Which is Better between the Dalmatian and the Mastiff? A Very Detailed Review.

Dalmatian versus Mastiff

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Dalmatian Versus Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dalmatian and the 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 Dalmatian and for the 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 Dalmatian and the Mastiff.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dalmatian or the Mastiff

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Dalmatian versus Mastiff: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Dalmatian belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the 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.

Dalmatian versus Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dalmatian to the 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 Dalmatian Mastiff
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Life Span 13 to 16 years 6 to 10 years
Height 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 48 to 55 pounds 130 to 220 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 14.5 years 8.0 years
Average Price $1410 $1740
Price Range $1000 – $1800 $1100 – $2200
Temperament Score 83.3 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Minimum age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PennGen
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 60 28
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 39 72

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dalmatian 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 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 Dalmatian is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Mastiff is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dalmatian is a better pet than the Mastiff. So, you should get the Dalmatian!

    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 Dalmatian and the Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dalmatian and the Mastiff

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

  • Dalmatians do not have the tendency to drool. However, Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Dalmatians can tolerate hot weather. However, Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Dalmatians have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, 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 Dalmatian and the Mastiff

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

  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the 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 Dalmatian and the Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff are very easy to train.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff are very playful.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Dalmatian versus Mastiff

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

    Dalmatians weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Dalmatians are 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Mastiffs weigh 130 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Mastiffs are 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Dalmatian Versus the Mastiff

    The Mastiff has a better temperament than the Dalmatian.

    This is because the temperament score for the Mastiff is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Dalmatian is 83.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 83.3 percent, the Dalmatian has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Mastiff has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Dalmatian and the Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 359 Dalmatians and 8 Mastiffs.

    Price of Dalmatian versus Price of Mastiff

    The average price of the Dalmatian puppy is $1410. The price of the Dalmatian typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Dalmatian can be as low as $250 and as high as $2600. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 233 Dalmatian puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Mastiff puppy is $1740. The price of the Mastiff typically ranges from $1100 – $2200. However, the price of a Mastiff can be as low as $200 and as high as $4600. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 248 Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Mastiff is more expensive than the Dalmatian.

    Dalmatian Mastiff
    Average Price $1410 $1740
    Price Range $1000 to $1800 $1100 to $2200

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Mastiffs

    A breakdown of the prices of Mastiffs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dalmatian puppy or the 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.

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    Adopting the Dalmatian versus Adopting the Mastiff

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dalmatians and many 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 Dalmatian named Flint that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dalmatians like Flint on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Dalmatians, Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Italian Stallion is a Male Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Mastiffs like Italian Stallion that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Dalmatian and the Mastiff can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Eddie is the name of another Dalmatian (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also Bear, an adorable Male Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Dalmatians and Mastiffs are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Dalmatians and Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Dalmatian versus the Intelligence of the Mastiff

    Dalmatian Mastiff
    Intelligence Rank 39 out of 130 dog breeds 72 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Dalmatian has an obedience intelligence rank of 39 out of 130 dog breeds. The Dalmatian belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Dalmatians tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Mastiff has an obedience intelligence rank of 72 out of 130 dog breeds. The Mastiff belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Mastiffs tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.

    The Dalmatian is more intelligent than the Mastiff.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

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    The Popularity of Dalmatian versus Popularity of 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 Dalmatian and the Mastiff over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Mastiff is more popular with dog owners than the Dalmatian. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Mastiff is 28 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Dalmatian is 60 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Dalmatian

    Popularity of Dalmatian

    Popularity of Mastiff

    Popularity of Mastiff

    Year Dalmatian Popularity Rank Mastiff Popularity Rank
    2013 64 26
    2014 66 26
    2015 62 25
    2016 62 28
    2017 63 28
    2018 56 29
    2019 59 32
    2020 51 33

    Health Problems of Dalmatian versus Health Problems of 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 Dalmatian and the 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 Mastiff is prone to more genetic health problems than the Dalmatian.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Mastiff than for the Dalmatian.

    2 health tests are recommended for Dalmatian while 7 tests are recommended for the Mastiff.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Dalmatians and in Mastiffs.

    Dalmatian Health Problems

    Dalmatians are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dalmatian 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 Dalmatians for:

  • Congenital Deafness
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dalmatians here.

    Mastiff Health Problems

    Mastiffs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing 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 Mastiff puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your 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 Mastiffs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Minimum age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PennGen
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Mastiffs here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Dalmatians and Mastiffs

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Dalmatian Breed is Baer Hearing Test problems.

    This is because the Dalmatian ranks 1 out of 21 dog breeds for Baer Hearing Test problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 8730 Dalmatians, 1003 of them had Baer Hearing Test problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Dalmatians, and how common these diseases are in Dalmatians relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 1 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Hyperuricosuria problems: Rank 1 out of 11 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 6 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 9 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 10 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 11 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 51 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 132 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 161 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 170 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Mastiff Breed is Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems.

    This is because the Mastiff ranks 3 out of 6 dog breeds for Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 891 Mastiffs, 14 of them had Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Mastiffs, and how common these diseases are in Mastiffs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems: Rank 3 out of 6 Dog Breeds
  • Cystinuria problems: Rank 3 out of 6 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 9 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 12 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 26 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 39 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 39 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 43 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 49 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 53 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 72 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 131 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Dalmatian and in Mastiff and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Dalmatian and the Mastiff:

    Disease Dalmatian Rank Mastiff Rank
    Baer Hearing Test problems 1 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Hyperuricosuria problems 1 out of 11 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 6 out of 115 dog breeds 72 out of 115 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems 9 out of 71 dog breeds 39 out of 71 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 10 out of 159 dog breeds 53 out of 159 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems 11 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 51 out of 70 dog breeds 49 out of 70 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 132 out of 144 dog breeds 26 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 161 out of 182 dog breeds 43 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 170 out of 198 dog breeds 39 out of 198 dog breeds
    Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems Not Common 3 out of 6 dog breeds
    Cystinuria problems Not Common 3 out of 6 dog breeds
    Shoulder problems Not Common 9 out of 22 dog breeds
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 12 out of 32 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 131 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Which one drools more, the Dalmatian or the Mastiff

    Dalmatians do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Is the Dalmatian Better for Apartment Owners than the Mastiff?

    Dalmatians do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Does the Dalmatian Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mastiff?

    Dalmatians 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.

    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 Dalmatians Bark and Howl? What about Mastiffs?

    Dalmatians are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Dalmatians are OK for new dog owners.

    Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dalmatian versus Mastiff

    Dalmatians can be left alone only for a short time.

    Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can Dalmatians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dalmatians can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Dalmatians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dalmatians can tolerate hot weather.

    Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    How Kid-friendly are Dalmatians and Mastiffs?

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

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dalmatian or the Mastiff?

    Dalmatians get along very well with other dogs.

    Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Is the Dalmatian Easier to Train than the Mastiff?

    Dalmatians are very easy to train.

    Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dalmatian vs. Mastiff

    Dalmatians have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Are Dalmatians good family dogs? What about Mastiffs?

    Dalmatians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Do Dalmatians shed more than Mastiffs?

    Dalmatians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dalmatian or the Mastiff?

    Dalmatians are very easy to groom.

    Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dalmatian

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian:

  • Berger Picard (78 percent match with Dalmatian). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Berger Picard.
  • Golden Cocker Retriever (80 percent match with Dalmatian). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Golden Cocker Retriever.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mastiff

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the 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 Mastiff:

  • Black Russian Terrier (73 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Dalmatian vs Black Russian Terrier.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Dalmatian vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Dogue de Bordeaux (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Dalmatian vs Dogue de Bordeaux.
  • Leonberger (73 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Dalmatian vs Leonberger.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dalmatian and how the Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dalmatian and of the Mastiff to other breeds:

    Dalmatian Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dalmatian versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Dalmatian versus American Eskimo Dog     Dalmatian versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Dalmatian versus Australian Cattle Dog     Dalmatian versus Scottish Terrier     Dalmatian versus Saluki     Dalmatian versus Sloughi     Dalmatian versus Australian Kelpie     Dalmatian versus Barbet     Dalmatian versus English Springer Spaniel     

    Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mastiff versus Gordon Setter     Mastiff versus Pomapoo     Mastiff versus Bluetick Coonhound     Mastiff versus Bichon Frise     Mastiff versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Mastiff versus Schnoodle     Mastiff versus Pyredoodle     Mastiff versus Irish Wolfhound     Mastiff versus Standard Poodle     Mastiff versus Italian Greyhound     

    Conclusion: Dalmatian versus 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 Dalmatian and the Mastiff better suits you and your family.