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- Jack Russell Terrier Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction
- Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview
- Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Temperament of the Tibetan Mastiff Versus the Jack Russell Terrier
- Price of Jack Russell Terrier versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff
- Adopting the Jack Russell Terrier versus Adopting the Tibetan Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Do Jack Russell Terriers shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Does the Jack Russell Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Do Jack Russell Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Can Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Jack Russell Terrier vs. Tibetan Mastiff
- Can Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Are Jack Russell Terriers good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Jack Russell Terriers and Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Is the Jack Russell Terrier Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Jack Russell Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Jack Russell Terrier Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff.
Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Jack Russell Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Tibetan Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Jack Russell Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the Tibetan 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.
Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff
| Factor | Jack Russell Terrier | Tibetan Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Weight | 13 to 17 pounds | 75 to 160 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1100 | $3190 |
| Price Range | $700 – $1250 | $1500 – $3000 |
| Temperament Score | 85.5 percent | 52.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier is 77 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 not better or worse than the Jack Russell Terrier. So, you can get the Tibetan Mastiff or the Jack Russell Terrier!
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 Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff
The Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff.
Jack Russell Terriers weigh 13 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Jack Russell Terriers are 10 to 15 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 Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff
The lifespan of Jack Russell Terriers is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terriers is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is 12.0 years.
Jack Russell Terriers live longer than Tibetan Mastiffs.
Temperament of the Tibetan Mastiff Versus the Jack Russell Terrier
The Jack Russell Terrier has a better temperament than the Tibetan Mastiff.
This is because the temperament score for the Jack Russell Terrier is 85.5 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 85.5 percent, the Jack Russell Terrier has an above-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 Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 69 Jack Russell Terriers and 17 Tibetan Mastiffs.
Price of Jack Russell Terrier versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff
The average price of the Jack Russell Terrier puppy is $1100. The price of the Jack Russell Terrier typically ranges from $700 – $1250. However, the price of a Jack Russell Terrier can be as low as $200 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 410 Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier.
| Jack Russell Terrier | Tibetan Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1100 | $3190 |
| Price Range | $700 to $1250 | $1500 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Jack Russell Terrier and Tibetan Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Jack Russell Terrier puppies or how many Tibetan Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Jack Russell Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier versus Adopting the Tibetan Mastiff
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Jack Russell Terriers 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 Jack Russell Terrier named Wishbone that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Jack Russell Terriers like Wishbone on pefinder.com.
Also, like Jack Russell Terriers, Tibetan Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Debow is a Male Tibetan Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Mastiffs like Debow that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Jagger is an adorable Male Tibetan Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Jack Russell Terriers and Tibetan Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Jack Russell Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff
Jack Russell Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.
Do Jack Russell Terriers shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?
Jack Russell Terriers shed moderately.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff
Jack Russell Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tibetan Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Jack Russell Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Tibetan Mastiffs are very easy to groom.
Does the Jack Russell Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Jack Russell Terriers 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 Jack Russell Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
Jack Russell Terriers 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 Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Jack Russell Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Tibetan Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Jack Russell Terrier vs. Tibetan Mastiff
Jack Russell Terriers 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 Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Jack Russell Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Tibetan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Jack Russell Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Tibetan Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Jack Russell Terriers good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
Jack Russell Terriers 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 Jack Russell Terriers and Tibetan Mastiffs?
Jack Russell Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Tibetan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Jack Russell Terrier Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Jack Russell Terriers are very easy to train.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the Jack Russell Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Jack Russell Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Jack Russell Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Jack Russell Terriers 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 Jack Russell Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Jack Russell Terrier and how the Tibetan Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Jack Russell Terrier and of the Tibetan Mastiff to other breeds:
Jack Russell Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Tibetan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff better suits you and your family.