Which is Better between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound? A Very Detailed Review.

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Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Scottish Deerhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound.

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 Scottish Deerhound.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Neapolitan 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.

On the other hand, the Scottish Deerhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound

Factor Neapolitan Mastiff Scottish Deerhound
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 1/5
Weight 120 to 200 pounds 75 to 110 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Height 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT Shed 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 10 years 8 to 11 years
Average Lifespan 9.0 years 9.5 years
Average Price $2870 $980
Price Range $1800 – $3700 $975 – $975
Temperament Score 66.7 percent 85.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • FACTOR VII Deficiency DNA test
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 104 158

    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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound is 67 out of 125.

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

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound

    Below is a list of where the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound are most different:

  • Neapolitan Mastiffs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Scottish Deerhounds can tolerate cold weather.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Scottish Deerhounds are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Scottish Deerhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Scottish Deerhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Scottish Deerhounds do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Scottish Deerhounds do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound

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

  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound are very playful.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound.

    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, Scottish Deerhounds weigh 75 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Deerhounds are 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound

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

    The lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is 9.5 years.

    Scottish Deerhounds live longer than Neapolitan Mastiffs.

    Temperament of the Neapolitan Mastiff Versus the Scottish Deerhound

    The Scottish Deerhound has a better temperament than the Neapolitan Mastiff.

    This is because the temperament score for the Scottish Deerhound is 85.3 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 85.3 percent, the Scottish Deerhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound by measuring the temperaments of 15 Neapolitan Mastiffs and 34 Scottish Deerhounds.

    Price of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Price of Scottish Deerhound

    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 Scottish Deerhound puppy is $980. The price of the Scottish Deerhound typically ranges from $975 – $975. However, the price of the Scottish Deerhound can be as low as $975 and as high as $975. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Scottish Deerhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Neapolitan Mastiff is more expensive than the Scottish Deerhound.

    Neapolitan Mastiff Scottish Deerhound
    Average Price $2870 $980
    Price Range $1800 to $3700 $975 to $975

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Neapolitan Mastiff and Scottish Deerhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Neapolitan Mastiff puppies or how many Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Deerhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy or the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Neapolitan Mastiffs and many Scottish Deerhounds 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 Thor (New Intake) that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Neapolitan Mastiffs like Thor (New Intake) on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Neapolitan Mastiffs, Scottish Deerhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Regis is a Male Scottish Deerhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Scottish Deerhounds like Regis that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    You can find more Neapolitan Mastiffs and Scottish Deerhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Popularity of Scottish Deerhound

    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 Scottish Deerhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Neapolitan Mastiff is more popular with dog owners than the Scottish Deerhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Neapolitan Mastiff is 104 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Scottish Deerhound is 158 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff

    Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff

    Popularity of Scottish Deerhound

    Popularity of Scottish Deerhound

    Year Neapolitan Mastiff Popularity Rank Scottish Deerhound Popularity Rank
    2013 111 165
    2014 114 157
    2015 106 152
    2016 99 154
    2017 107 168
    2018 102 158
    2019 100 149
    2020 100 166

    Health Problems of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Health Problems of Scottish Deerhound

    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 Scottish Deerhound 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 Neapolitan Mastiff is prone to more genetic health problems than the Scottish Deerhound.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Neapolitan Mastiff than for the Scottish Deerhound.

    4 health tests are recommended for Neapolitan Mastiff while 3 tests are recommended for the Scottish Deerhound.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Neapolitan Mastiffs and in Scottish Deerhounds.

    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.

    Scottish Deerhound Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • FACTOR VII Deficiency DNA test
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Scottish Deerhounds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Neapolitan Mastiffs and Scottish Deerhounds

    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 Scottish Deerhound Breed is Congenital Cardiac problems.

    This is because the Scottish Deerhound ranks 4 out of 159 dog breeds for Congenital Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 148 Scottish Deerhounds, 5 of them had Congenital Cardiac problems.

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

  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 4 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Neapolitan Mastiff and in Scottish Deerhound and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Scottish Deerhound:

    Disease Neapolitan Mastiff Rank Scottish Deerhound Rank
    Hips problems 6 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 87 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 4 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: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Neapolitan Mastiffs shed more than Scottish Deerhounds?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Scottish Deerhound

    Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Scottish Deerhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Neapolitan Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Deerhound?

    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.

    Scottish Deerhounds 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.

    Do Neapolitan Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

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

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

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Neapolitan Mastiff vs. Scottish Deerhound

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

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

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Neapolitan Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Neapolitan Mastiffs and Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Easier to Train than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not easy to train.

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Scottish Deerhound?

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

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

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

  • Alaskan Malamute (70 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (75 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (73 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Neapolitan Mastiff versus Carolina Dog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Bordoodle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Pomsky     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Neapolitan Mastiff versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Chow Chow     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Samoyed     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Shetland Sheepdog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Canaan Dog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Japanese Spitz     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Korean Jindo Dog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Beagle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Swedish Vallhund     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Labrador Retriever     Neapolitan Mastiff versus American Water Spaniel     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Biewer Terrier     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Canaan Dog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Goldendoodle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Mountain Cur     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Cane Corso     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Puggle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Shetland Sheepdog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Jack Russell Terrier     

    Scottish Deerhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Deerhound versus French Bulldog     Scottish Deerhound versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Scottish Deerhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Scottish Deerhound versus Boston Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Lhasa Apso     Scottish Deerhound versus Westiepoo     Scottish Deerhound versus Whoodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Greyhound     Scottish Deerhound versus Miniature Poodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Scottish Deerhound versus Cocker Spaniel     Scottish Deerhound versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Scottish Deerhound versus Harrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Bracco Italiano     Scottish Deerhound versus Irish Wolfhound     Scottish Deerhound versus Tibetan Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Japanese Chin     Scottish Deerhound versus Cockapoo     Scottish Deerhound versus Maltese     Scottish Deerhound versus Puli     Scottish Deerhound versus Lowchen     Scottish Deerhound versus Norwich Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Clumber Spaniel     Scottish Deerhound versus Boykin Spaniel     

    Conclusion: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound better suits you and your family.