Differences and Similarities between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo.

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Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Westiepoo.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Westiepoo: Overview

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

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 Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo

Factor Neapolitan Mastiff Westiepoo
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Weight 120 to 200 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 10 years 12 to 15 years
Average Lifespan 9.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2870 $1480
Price Range $1800 – $3700 $1150 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • No Data

    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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo

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

  • Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Westiepoos are good for new dog owners.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Westiepoos are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Westiepoos have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Westiepoos do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Westiepoos do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Westiepoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Westiepoo

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

    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, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Westiepoo

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

    The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.

    Westiepoos live longer than Neapolitan Mastiffs.

    Price of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Price of Westiepoo

    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 Westiepoo puppy is $1480. The price of the Westiepoo typically ranges from $1150 – $1850. However, the price of the Westiepoo can be as low as $500 and as high as $1999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 7 Westiepoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Neapolitan Mastiff is more expensive than the Westiepoo.

    Neapolitan Mastiff Westiepoo
    Average Price $2870 $1480
    Price Range $1800 to $3700 $1150 to $1850

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Westiepoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Neapolitan Mastiff puppy or the Westiepoo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Neapolitan Mastiff versus Westiepoo

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Neapolitan Mastiffs shed more than Westiepoos?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Westiepoo

    Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Westiepoo?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Neapolitan Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?

    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.

    Westiepoos 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 Westiepoos?

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

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Neapolitan Mastiff vs. Westiepoo

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

    Westiepoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Westiepoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Neapolitan Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Neapolitan Mastiffs and Westiepoos?

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

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

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

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

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

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

  • Schnoodle (78 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Neapolitan Mastiff versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Neapolitan Mastiff versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Lancashire Heeler     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Belgian Sheepdog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Toy Poodle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Dutch Shepherd     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Newfoundland     Neapolitan Mastiff versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Beagle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Dalmatian     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Sussex Spaniel     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Dalmatian     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Sheepadoodle     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Lhasa Apso     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Chinese Crested     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Australian Terrier     Neapolitan Mastiff versus English Toy Spaniel     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Field Spaniel     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Korean Jindo Dog     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Shiloh Shepherd     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Belgian Malinois     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Neapolitan Mastiff versus Affenhuahua     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Westiepoo versus Borzoi     Westiepoo versus Pekingese     Westiepoo versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Westiepoo versus Shichon     Westiepoo versus Italian Greyhound     Westiepoo versus Pomchi     Westiepoo versus Bearded Collie     Westiepoo versus Silky Terrier     Westiepoo versus Mountain Cur     Westiepoo versus Pharaoh Hound     Westiepoo versus Norfolk Terrier     Westiepoo versus Puggle     Westiepoo versus Catahoula Bulldog     Westiepoo versus Lancashire Heeler     Westiepoo versus Siberian Husky     Westiepoo versus Weimaraner     Westiepoo versus Pointer     Westiepoo versus Shiranian     Westiepoo versus Italian Greyhound     Westiepoo versus Cavachon     Westiepoo versus Saint Bernard     Westiepoo versus Briard     Westiepoo versus Gordon Setter     

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