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

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Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

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

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

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 Xoloitzcuintli.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

A very important difference between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Neapolitan Mastiff is a giant-sized dog while the Xoloitzcuintli is a medium-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 Xoloitzcuintli belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Neapolitan Mastiff versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Neapolitan Mastiff to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

Factor Neapolitan Mastiff Xoloitzcuintli
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 3/5
Weight 120 to 200 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
General Health 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 24 to 31 inches tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Life Span 8 to 10 years 14 to 20 years
Average Lifespan 9.0 years 17.0 years
Average Price $2870 $1890
Price Range $1800 – $3700 $1000 – $2500
Temperament Score 66.7 percent 87.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 104 138

    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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

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

    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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • 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, Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Xoloitzcuintlis adapt well to apartment living.
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Xoloitzcuintlis do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli are very playful.
  • Both the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    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, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Neapolitan Mastiffs.

    Temperament of the Neapolitan Mastiff Versus the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Xoloitzcuintli has a better temperament than the Neapolitan Mastiff.

    This is because the temperament score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 87.5 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 87.5 percent, the Xoloitzcuintli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli by measuring the temperaments of 15 Neapolitan Mastiffs and 8 Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Price of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Neapolitan Mastiff is more expensive than the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Neapolitan Mastiff Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $2870 $1890
    Price Range $1800 to $3700 $1000 to $2500

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

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

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

    Also, like Neapolitan Mastiffs, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Tank 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 Xoloitzcuintlis that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Neapolitan Mastiff is more popular with dog owners than the Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 138 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff

    Popularity of Neapolitan Mastiff

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Year Neapolitan Mastiff Popularity Rank Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank
    2013 111 139
    2014 114 142
    2015 106 135
    2016 99 139
    2017 107 143
    2018 102 140
    2019 100 137
    2020 100 131

    Health Problems of Neapolitan Mastiff versus Health Problems of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Neapolitan Mastiff.

    4 health tests are recommended for Neapolitan Mastiff while 4 tests are recommended for the Xoloitzcuintli.

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

    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.

    Xoloitzcuintli Health Problems

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

  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Xoloitzcuintlis here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Neapolitan Mastiffs and Xoloitzcuintlis

    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 Xoloitzcuintli Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Xoloitzcuintli ranks 55 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Xoloitzcuintlis, 1 of them had Eyes problems.

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

  • Eyes problems: Rank 55 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Neapolitan Mastiff and in Xoloitzcuintli and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Neapolitan Mastiff and the Xoloitzcuintli:

    Disease Neapolitan Mastiff Rank Xoloitzcuintli Rank
    Hips problems 6 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 87 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems Not Common 55 out of 182 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 Xoloitzcuintli

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Neapolitan Mastiffs shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Neapolitan Mastiff or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Neapolitan Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Neapolitan Mastiff vs. Xoloitzcuintli

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

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

    Can Neapolitan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintli?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Neapolitan Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Neapolitan Mastiffs and Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Neapolitan Mastiff Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Neapolitan Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

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

    Neapolitan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

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

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Neapolitan Mastiff vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Neapolitan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Xoloitzcuintli versus Bracco Italiano     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Xoloitzcuintli versus American Bulldog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Sealyham Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pyredoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Belgian Malinois     Xoloitzcuintli versus West Highland White Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Boxerdoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Toy Fox Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Silky Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Kuvasz     Xoloitzcuintli versus Fila Brasileiro     Xoloitzcuintli versus Hovawart     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bouvier des Flandres     Xoloitzcuintli versus Carolina Dog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bullmastiff     Xoloitzcuintli versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Xoloitzcuintli versus Stabyhoun     Xoloitzcuintli versus Doberman Pinscher     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pointer     Xoloitzcuintli versus Golden Retriever     Xoloitzcuintli versus Boerboel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Golden Retriever     Xoloitzcuintli versus English Toy Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Alaskan Klee Kai     

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