A Detailed Comparison of the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff.

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Giant Schnauzer Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and for the Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff.

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

Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan Mastiff

Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Giant Schnauzer is a large-sized dog while the Tibetan Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are Working Dogs. This means both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan 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.

Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Giant Schnauzer to the Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff

Factor Giant Schnauzer Tibetan Mastiff
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 55 to 80 pounds 75 to 160 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2220 $3190
Price Range $1800 – $2500 $1500 – $3000
Temperament Score 77.4 percent 52.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 77 135

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Giant Schnauzer 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 Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Tibetan Mastiff is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Tibetan Mastiff is a better pet than the Giant Schnauzer. So, you should get the Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are most different:

  • Giant Schnauzers are very easy to train. However, Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.
  • Giant Schnauzers require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Tibetan Mastiffs have low exercise needs.
  • The Similarities Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff

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

  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff.

    Giant Schnauzers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Giant Schnauzers are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Tibetan Mastiffs weigh 75 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Mastiffs are 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan Mastiff

    The lifespan of Giant Schnauzers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzers is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is 12.0 years.

    Tibetan Mastiffs live longer than Giant Schnauzers.

    Temperament of the Tibetan Mastiff Versus the Giant Schnauzer

    The Giant Schnauzer has a better temperament than the Tibetan Mastiff.

    This is because the temperament score for the Giant Schnauzer is 77.4 percent while the temperament score for the Tibetan Mastiff is 52.9 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 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 77.4 percent, the Giant Schnauzer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 52.9 percent, the Tibetan Mastiff has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 265 Giant Schnauzers and 17 Tibetan Mastiffs.

    Price of Giant Schnauzer versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff

    The average price of the Giant Schnauzer puppy is $2220. The price of the Giant Schnauzer typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of a Giant Schnauzer can be as low as $1200 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Giant Schnauzer puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Tibetan Mastiff puppy is $3190. The price of the Tibetan Mastiff typically ranges from $1500 – $3000. However, the price of the Tibetan Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 18 Tibetan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Tibetan Mastiff is more expensive than the Giant Schnauzer.

    Giant Schnauzer Tibetan Mastiff
    Average Price $2220 $3190
    Price Range $1800 to $2500 $1500 to $3000

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Mastiffs?

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Mastiffs?

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

    Adopting the Giant Schnauzer versus Adopting the Tibetan Mastiff

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Giant Schnauzers and many Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer named Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Giant Schnauzers like Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Giant Schnauzers, Tibetan Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Pj is a Male Tibetan Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Mastiffs like Pj that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Milo is the name of another Giant Schnauzer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Darwin & Raven is an adorable Male Tibetan Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Giant Schnauzers and Tibetan Mastiffs are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Giant Schnauzers and Tibetan Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Giant Schnauzer versus Popularity of Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Giant Schnauzer is more popular with dog owners than the Tibetan Mastiff. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Giant Schnauzer is 77 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Tibetan Mastiff is 135 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Giant Schnauzer

    Popularity of Giant Schnauzer

    Popularity of Tibetan Mastiff

    Popularity of Tibetan Mastiff

    Year Giant Schnauzer Popularity Rank Tibetan Mastiff Popularity Rank
    2013 83 132
    2014 83 135
    2015 81 133
    2016 79 135
    2017 80 153
    2018 78 131
    2019 71 128
    2020 67 140

    Health Problems of Giant Schnauzer versus Health Problems of Tibetan Mastiff

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan 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 Tibetan Mastiff is prone to more genetic health problems than the Giant Schnauzer.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Tibetan Mastiff than for the Giant Schnauzer.

    3 health tests are recommended for Giant Schnauzer while 4 tests are recommended for the Tibetan Mastiff.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Giant Schnauzers and in Tibetan Mastiffs.

    Giant Schnauzer Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Giant Schnauzers here.

    Tibetan Mastiff Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan Mastiffs here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Giant Schnauzers and Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer Breed is Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    This is because the Giant Schnauzer ranks 9 out of 32 dog breeds for Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 86 Giant Schnauzers, 1 of them had Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

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

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 9 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 26 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 48 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 51 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 54 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 Tibetan Mastiff Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the Tibetan Mastiff ranks 15 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 196 Tibetan Mastiffs, 18 of them had Thyroid problems.

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

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 15 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 27 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 61 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Giant Schnauzer and in Tibetan Mastiff and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff:

    Disease Giant Schnauzer Rank Tibetan Mastiff Rank
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems 9 out of 32 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 26 out of 115 dog breeds 15 out of 115 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 48 out of 144 dog breeds 27 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 51 out of 182 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 54 out of 198 dog breeds 61 out of 198 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan Mastiff

    Giant Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Giant Schnauzers shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Giant Schnauzers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Giant Schnauzer or the Tibetan Mastiff

    Giant Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Giant Schnauzer or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Giant Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Giant Schnauzer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Giant Schnauzers 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.

    Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Giant Schnauzers Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Giant Schnauzers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Giant Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Tibetan Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Giant Schnauzer vs. Tibetan Mastiff

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

    Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Giant Schnauzers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Giant Schnauzer or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Tibetan Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Giant Schnauzers good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Giant Schnauzers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Giant Schnauzers and Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Giant Schnauzer Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Giant Schnauzers are very easy to train.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Is the Giant Schnauzer Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Giant Schnauzers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Giant Schnauzer or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Giant Schnauzers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Giant Schnauzer

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

  • Airedale Terrier (76 percent match with Giant Schnauzer). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Mastiff vs Airedale Terrier.
  • Gordon Setter (79 percent match with Giant Schnauzer). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Mastiff vs Gordon Setter.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Mastiff

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

  • Bernedoodle (71 percent match with Tibetan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Giant Schnauzer vs Bernedoodle.
  • Greater Swiss Mountain Dog (70 percent match with Tibetan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Giant Schnauzer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Giant Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Tibetan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Giant Schnauzer versus Tibetan 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Tibetan Mastiff better suits you and your family.