Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Rottweiler: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and for the Rottweiler. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler.

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

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler: Overview

A very important difference between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pyrenean Mastiff is a giant-sized dog while the Rottweiler is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler are Working Dogs. This means both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler 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.

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pyrenean Mastiff to the Rottweiler 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler

Factor Pyrenean Mastiff Rottweiler
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 8 to 11 years
Weight 130 to 200 pounds 85 to 130 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Height 24 to 31 inches 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 9.5 years
Price Range No Data $1300 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1740
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pyrenean 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 Rottweiler. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Rottweiler is 69 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyrenean Mastiff is a better pet than the Rottweiler. So, you should get the Pyrenean 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler

    Below is a list of where the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler are most different:

  • Pyrenean Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Rottweilers are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Pyrenean Mastiffs are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Rottweilers gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.

    • The Similarities Between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler

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

  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler have a very high tendency to drool.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Rottweilers weigh 85 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Rottweilers are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is 11.5 years.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs live longer than Rottweilers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pyrenean Mastiffs shed more than Rottweilers?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Rottweilers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Rottweiler

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Rottweiler?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Rottweilers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Pyrenean Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Rottweiler?

    Pyrenean 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.

    Rottweilers 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Rottweilers?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pyrenean Mastiff vs. Rottweiler

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

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

    Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Rottweiler?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Pyrenean Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Rottweilers?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Pyrenean Mastiffs and Rottweilers?

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

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

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Easier to Train than the Rottweiler?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Rottweilers are very easy to train.

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Rottweiler?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Rottweilers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Rottweiler?

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

    Rottweilers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rottweiler

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

  • Boxer (75 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Boxer.
  • Portuguese Pointer (74 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Mastiff versus Shetland Sheepdog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Cesky Terrier     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Portuguese Pointer     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Weimaraner     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Standard Poodle     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Kuvasz     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Spinone Italiano     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Bolognese     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Collie     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Brussels Griffon     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Tibetan Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Black Russian Terrier     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Yorkipoo     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Saluki     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Catahoula Bulldog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Kooikerhondje     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Bedlington Terrier     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Frenchton     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Shiloh Shepherd     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Kai Ken     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Field Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Havanese     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Tibetan Spaniel     

    Rottweiler Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Rottweiler versus Saint Bernard     Rottweiler versus Saint Berdoodle     Rottweiler versus Lhasapoo     Rottweiler versus Papillon     Rottweiler versus Chihuahua     Rottweiler versus Valley Bulldog     Rottweiler versus Bolognese     Rottweiler versus Bedlington Terrier     Rottweiler versus Bolognese     Rottweiler versus Pyredoodle     Rottweiler versus Standard Poodle     Rottweiler versus Great Pyrenees     Rottweiler versus English Toy Spaniel     Rottweiler versus French Bulldog     Rottweiler versus Berger Picard     Rottweiler versus Pug     Rottweiler versus Stabyhoun     Rottweiler versus Border Terrier     Rottweiler versus Australian Kelpie     Rottweiler versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Rottweiler versus Pekingese     Rottweiler versus English Toy Spaniel     Rottweiler versus Azawakh     Rottweiler versus Cockapoo     Rottweiler versus Coton de Tulear     

    Conclusion: Pyrenean Mastiff versus Rottweiler. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Rottweiler better suits you and your family.