Which is Better between the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff? A Very Detailed Review.

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German Pinscher Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean 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 German Pinscher and for the Pyrenean 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 German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

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

German Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are Working Dogs. This means both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

German Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Pinscher to the Pyrenean 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 German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff

Factor German Pinscher Pyrenean Mastiff
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 13 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 31 inches
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 130 to 200 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 11.5 years
Average Price $2040 No Data
Price Range $1150 – $2688 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Pinscher 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 Pyrenean 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 German Pinscher is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyrenean Mastiff is not better or worse than the German Pinscher. So, you can get the Pyrenean Mastiff or the German Pinscher!

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are most different:

  • German Pinschers do not have the tendency to drool. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • German Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • German Pinschers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean 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 German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

    German Pinschers weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. German Pinschers are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    The lifespan of German Pinschers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Pinschers is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is 11.5 years.

    German Pinschers live longer than Pyrenean Mastiffs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    German Pinschers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do German Pinschers shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    German Pinschers shed moderately.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Pyrenean Mastiff

    German Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    German Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    German Pinschers 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.

    Pyrenean 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 German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    German Pinschers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Pinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Pyrenean Mastiff

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

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

    Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    German Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    German Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    German Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    German Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the German Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    German Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Pinscher or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    German Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher

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

  • Australian Kelpie (79 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Australian Kelpie.
  • Belgian Malinois (80 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Belgian Malinois.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (83 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Mudi (79 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Mudi.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the German Pinscher vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the German Pinscher vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the German Pinscher vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: German Pinscher versus Pyrenean 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 German Pinscher and the Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you and your family.