Breed Comparison: Goldador Versus Mastiff

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Goldador Versus Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldador 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 Goldador 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Goldador 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 Goldador or the Mastiff.

Goldador versus Mastiff: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

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.

Goldador versus Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Goldador 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Goldador and the Mastiff

Factor Goldador Mastiff
Low Prey Drive 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 6 to 10 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Height 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 130 to 220 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 8.0 years
Average Price $1320 $1740
Price Range $900 – $1650 $1100 – $2200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Minimum age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PennGen
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldador 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 the Goldador is 93 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Mastiff is 72 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Mastiff

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

  • Goldadors do not have the tendency to drool. However, Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Goldadors are good for new dog owners. However, Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Goldadors can tolerate hot weather. However, Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Goldadors 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.
  • Goldadors get along well with other dogs. However, Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Goldadors are very friendly towards strangers. However, Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Goldadors are highly intelligent. However, Mastiffs not very intelligent.
  • The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Mastiff

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

  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff are very easy to train.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Goldador and the Mastiff are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Mastiff

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

    Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 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.

    Lifespan of Goldador versus Mastiff

    The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Mastiffs is between 6 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Mastiffs is 8.0 years.

    Goldadors live longer than Mastiffs.

    Price of Goldador versus Price of Mastiff

    The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of a Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador 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 the 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 Goldador.

    Goldador Mastiff
    Average Price $1320 $1740
    Price Range $900 to $1650 $1100 to $2200

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors. 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 Goldador 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 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: Goldador versus Mastiff

    Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Goldadors shed more than Mastiffs?

    Goldadors shed moderately.

    Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Mastiff

    Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

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

    Goldadors are very easy to groom.

    Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

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

    Goldadors 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 Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Mastiffs?

    Goldadors 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.

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

    Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Mastiff

    Goldadors 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.

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.

    Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Mastiffs?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Mastiffs?

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

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

    Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Mastiff?

    Goldadors are very easy to train.

    Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Mastiff?

    Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.

    Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador

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

  • Goldendoodle (76 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Goldendoodle.
  • Dalmatian (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Dalmatian.
  • Labradoodle (85 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Labradoodle.
  • Pyredoodle (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Pyredoodle.
  • 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 Goldador vs Black Russian Terrier.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Dogue de Bordeaux (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Dogue de Bordeaux.
  • Leonberger (73 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Leonberger.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Goldador 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 Goldador and the Mastiff better suits you and your family.