Differences and Similarities between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff.

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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Mastiff.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff: Overview

Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are similar in size. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are both giant-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are Working Dogs. This means both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the 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.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff

Factor Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Mastiff
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Height 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
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
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Life Span 7 to 9 years 6 to 10 years
Weight 85 to 140 pounds 130 to 220 pounds
Average Lifespan 8.0 years 8.0 years
Average Price $2390 $1740
Price Range $1750 – $3000 $1100 – $2200
Temperament Score 82.8 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (Effective 7/1/15 the minimum eye exam age to qualify for CHIC is 18 months)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Shoulders
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Minimum age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PennGen
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 76 28

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Mastiff is 72 out of 125.

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

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

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are most different:

  • Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do not have the tendency to drool. However, Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along well with other dogs. However, Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are most similar:

  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs weigh 85 to 140 pounds when fully grown. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are 23 to 28 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff

    The lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is between 7 to 9 years. The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs is 8.0 years.

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

    Temperament of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus the Mastiff

    The Mastiff has a better temperament than the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Mastiff is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 82.8 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 82.8 percent, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 262 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and 8 Mastiffs.

    Price of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Price of Mastiff

    The average price of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog puppy is $2390. The price of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog typically ranges from $1750 – $3000. However, the price of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 110 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is more expensive than the Mastiff.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Mastiff
    Average Price $2390 $1740
    Price Range $1750 to $3000 $1100 to $2200

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs. 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.

    Adopting the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Adopting the Mastiff

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog named Bastion Bane that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs like Bastion Bane on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Kuzco is a Male Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Mastiffs like Kuzco that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    You can find more Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is 76 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Popularity of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Popularity of Mastiff

    Popularity of Mastiff

    Year Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Popularity Rank Mastiff Popularity Rank
    2013 74 26
    2014 80 26
    2015 78 25
    2016 78 28
    2017 75 28
    2018 74 29
    2019 73 32
    2020 76 33

    Health Problems of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Health Problems of 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Mastiff than for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.

    4 health tests are recommended for Greater Swiss Mountain Dog while 7 tests are recommended for the Mastiff.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and in Mastiffs.

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Health Problems

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

  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (Effective 7/1/15 the minimum eye exam age to qualify for CHIC is 18 months)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Shoulders
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Breed is Receptor Platelet Disorder problems.

    This is because the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Receptor Platelet Disorder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 96 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, 4 of them had Receptor Platelet Disorder problems.

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

  • Receptor Platelet Disorder problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 10 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 22 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 38 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 57 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 85 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 88 out of 145 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and in Mastiff and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff:

    Disease Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Rank Mastiff Rank
    Receptor Platelet Disorder problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Shoulder problems 10 out of 22 dog breeds 9 out of 22 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 22 out of 182 dog breeds 43 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 38 out of 144 dog breeds 26 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 57 out of 198 dog breeds 39 out of 198 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 85 out of 115 dog breeds 72 out of 115 dog breeds
    Patella problems 88 out of 145 dog breeds 131 out of 145 dog breeds
    Canine Multifocal Retinopathy problems Not Common 3 out of 6 dog breeds
    Cystinuria problems Not Common 3 out of 6 dog breeds
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 12 out of 32 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems Not Common 39 out of 71 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems Not Common 49 out of 70 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 53 out of 159 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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog versus Mastiff

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shed more than Mastiffs?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shed moderately.

    Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Mastiff

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Mastiff?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mastiff?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs 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.

    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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Mastiffs?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs. Mastiff

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Mastiff?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Mastiffs?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Mastiffs?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Mastiff?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are fairly easy to train.

    Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Mastiff?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or the Mastiff?

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog:

  • Bracco Italiano (75 percent match with Greater Swiss Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Entlebucher Mountain Dog (78 percent match with Greater Swiss Mountain Dog). Here is our comparison of the Mastiff vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog.
  • 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Black Russian Terrier.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Dogue de Bordeaux (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Dogue de Bordeaux.
  • Leonberger (73 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Leonberger.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Mastiff better suits you and your family.