Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Better than the Saint Bernard as a Pet? Answer…

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Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard 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 Neapolitan Mastiff and for the Saint Bernard. 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 Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard.

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

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard: Overview

Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are similar in size. The Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are both giant-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are Working Dogs. This means both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard 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.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Saint Bernard 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 Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard

Factor Neapolitan Mastiff Saint Bernard
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 4/5
Weight 120 to 200 pounds 120 to 180 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 10 years 8 to 10 years
Average Lifespan 9.0 years 9.0 years
Average Price $2870 $1320
Price Range $1800 – $3700 $875 – $1525
Temperament Score 66.7 percent 84.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – Min Age 24 Months
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 22 Months
  • Hip Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 104 49

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Saint Bernard. 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 Neapolitan Mastiff is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saint Bernard is 81 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard

    Below is a list of where the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are most different:

  • Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Saint Bernards can tolerate cold weather.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Saint Bernards are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Saint Bernards get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard

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

  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard 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 Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are very playful.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard.

    Neapolitan Mastiffs weigh 120 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Neapolitan Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Saint Bernards weigh 120 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Bernards are 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard

    The lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiffs is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiffs is 9.0 years.

    The lifespan of Saint Bernards is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Saint Bernards is 9.0 years.

    Temperament of the Neapolitan Mastiff Versus the Saint Bernard

    The Saint Bernard has a better temperament than the Neapolitan Mastiff.

    This is because the temperament score for the Saint Bernard is 84.9 percent while the temperament score for the Neapolitan Mastiff is 66.7 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 66.7 percent, the Neapolitan Mastiff has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 84.9 percent, the Saint Bernard has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard by measuring the temperaments of 15 Neapolitan Mastiffs and 53 Saint Bernards.

    Price of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Price of Saint Bernard

    The average price of the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy is $2870. The price of the Neapolitan Mastiff typically ranges from $1800 – $3700. However, the price of a Neapolitan Mastiff can be as low as $500 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 83 Neapolitan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Saint Bernard puppy is $1320. The price of the Saint Bernard typically ranges from $875 – $1525. However, the price of the Saint Bernard can be as low as $200 and as high as $3550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 163 Saint Bernard puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Neapolitan Mastiff is more expensive than the Saint Bernard.

    Neapolitan Mastiff Saint Bernard
    Average Price $2870 $1320
    Price Range $1800 to $3700 $875 to $1525

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy or the Saint Bernard 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 Neapolitan Mastiff versus Adopting the Saint Bernard

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Neapolitan Mastiffs and many Saint Bernards 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 Neapolitan Mastiff named Arturo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Neapolitan Mastiffs like Arturo on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Neapolitan Mastiffs, Saint Bernards are also available for adoption. For example, Mezcal is a Male Saint Bernard that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Saint Bernards like Mezcal that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Jovani is the name of another Neapolitan Mastiff (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Moose is an adorable Male Saint Bernard on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Neapolitan Mastiffs and Saint Bernards are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Neapolitan Mastiffs and Saint Bernards that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Popularity of Saint Bernard

    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 Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Saint Bernard is more popular with dog owners than the Neapolitan Mastiff. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Saint Bernard is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Neapolitan Mastiff is 104 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff

    Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff

    Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Year Neapolitan Mastiff Popularity Rank Saint Bernard Popularity Rank
    2013 111 47
    2014 114 51
    2015 106 50
    2016 99 49
    2017 107 48
    2018 102 48
    2019 100 48
    2020 100 52

    Health Problems of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Health Problems of Saint Bernard

    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 Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard is prone to more genetic health problems than the Neapolitan Mastiff.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Saint Bernard than for the Neapolitan Mastiff.

    4 health tests are recommended for Neapolitan Mastiff while 6 tests are recommended for the Saint Bernard.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Neapolitan Mastiffs and in Saint Bernards.

    Neapolitan Mastiff Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Neapolitan Mastiffs here.

    Saint Bernard Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – Min Age 24 Months
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 22 Months
  • Hip Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Saint Bernards here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Neapolitan Mastiffs and Saint Bernards

    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 Neapolitan Mastiff Breed is Hips problems.

    This is because the Neapolitan Mastiff ranks 6 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 236 Neapolitan Mastiffs, 118 of them had Hips problems.

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

  • Hips problems: Rank 6 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 87 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 Saint Bernard Breed is Hips problems.

    This is because the Saint Bernard ranks 7 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2618 Saint Bernards, 1295 of them had Hips problems.

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

  • Hips problems: Rank 7 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 23 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 33 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 45 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 99 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Neapolitan Mastiff and in Saint Bernard and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard:

    Disease Neapolitan Mastiff Rank Saint Bernard Rank
    Hips problems 6 out of 198 dog breeds 7 out of 198 dog breeds
    Patella problems 87 out of 145 dog breeds 99 out of 145 dog breeds
    Eyes problems Not Common 23 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems Not Common 33 out of 144 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems Not Common 45 out of 70 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: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Bernards do not like to be left alone.

    Do Neapolitan Mastiffs shed more than Saint Bernards?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Saint Bernards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Saint Bernard

    Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Saint Bernards have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Saint Bernard?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Saint Bernards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Neapolitan Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?

    Neapolitan 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.

    Saint Bernards 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 Neapolitan Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Saint Bernards?

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

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

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Saint Bernards can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Neapolitan Mastiff vs. Saint Bernard

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

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

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Saint Bernard?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Saint Bernards get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Neapolitan Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?

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

    Saint Bernards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Neapolitan Mastiffs and Saint Bernards?

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

    Saint Bernards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Saint Bernards are not easy to train.

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Bernard?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Saint Bernards adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Saint Bernard?

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

    Saint Bernards are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Neapolitan Mastiff

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

  • Doberman Pinscher (67 percent match with Neapolitan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Doberman Pinscher.
  • Mastiff (72 percent match with Neapolitan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Mastiff.
  • Spanish Mastiff (69 percent match with Neapolitan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Spanish Mastiff.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard

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

  • Newfoundland (68 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Newfoundland.
  • King Shepherd (71 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs King Shepherd.
  • Spinone Italiano (68 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Spinone Italiano.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Saint Bernard Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Bernard versus Bracco Italiano     Saint Bernard versus Akbash     Saint Bernard versus Shihpoo     Saint Bernard versus Irish Terrier     Saint Bernard versus Pekingese     Saint Bernard versus Briard     Saint Bernard versus King Shepherd     Saint Bernard versus Bluetick Coonhound     Saint Bernard versus Chi-Poo     Saint Bernard versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Saint Bernard versus Aussiedoodle     Saint Bernard versus American Eskimo Dog     Saint Bernard versus Bolognese     Saint Bernard versus Coton de Tulear     Saint Bernard versus Bullmastiff     Saint Bernard versus Bedlington Terrier     Saint Bernard versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Saint Bernard versus Shiranian     Saint Bernard versus Alaskan Malamute     Saint Bernard versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Saint Bernard versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Saint Bernard versus Pomeranian     Saint Bernard versus Fila Brasileiro     Saint Bernard versus Irish Terrier     Saint Bernard versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     

    Conclusion: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard. 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 Neapolitan Mastiff and the Saint Bernard better suits you and your family.