A Detailed Comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke.

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Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Schipperke: Introduction

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

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

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 Schipperke.

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Schipperke: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Pyrenean 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 Schipperke 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.

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Schipperke: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pyrenean Mastiff to the Schipperke 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 Schipperke

Factor Pyrenean Mastiff Schipperke
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 13 to 15 years
Weight 130 to 200 pounds 11 to 18 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Height 24 to 31 inches 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 14.0 years
Price Range No Data $900 – $1500
Average Price No Data $1170
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hips
  • Mucopolysaccharidosis type IIIB (MPS IIIB)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • PennGen
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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 Schipperke. 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 Schipperke is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyrenean Mastiff is a better pet than the Schipperke. 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 Schipperke 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 Schipperke

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

  • Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Schipperkes have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pyrenean Mastiffs are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Schipperkes gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Schipperkes do not have the tendency to drool.

    • The Similarities Between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke

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

  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke 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 Schipperke can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Schipperke do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.

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

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

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

    On the other hand, Schipperkes weigh 11 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Schipperkes are 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiff versus Schipperke

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

    The lifespan of Schipperkes is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schipperkes is 14.0 years.

    Schipperkes live longer than Pyrenean Mastiffs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pyrenean Mastiff versus Schipperke

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

    Schipperkes can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Pyrenean Mastiffs shed more than Schipperkes?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Schipperkes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Schipperke

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Schipperkes do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Schipperkes are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Schipperkes have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Pyrenean Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Schipperkes?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Schipperkes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pyrenean Mastiff vs. Schipperke

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

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

    Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schipperkes Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Schipperkes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Schipperkes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Pyrenean Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Schipperkes?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Pyrenean Mastiffs and Schipperkes?

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

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

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Easier to Train than the Schipperke?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Schipperkes are not easy to train.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Schipperkes adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schipperke

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

  • Bluetick Coonhound (75 percent match with Schipperke). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Lancashire Heeler (74 percent match with Schipperke). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Lancashire Heeler.
  • Miniature Pinscher (75 percent match with Schipperke). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Miniature Pinscher.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Mastiff versus Miniature Pinscher     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Alaskan Malamute     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Sloughi     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Alaskan Malamute     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Giant Schnauzer     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Australian Shepherd     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Affenpinscher     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Samoyed     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Clumber Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Pyrenean Mastiff versus English Toy Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Beagle     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Goldador     Pyrenean Mastiff versus French Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Norwegian Lundehund     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Schipperke     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Portuguese Pointer     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Berger Picard     Pyrenean Mastiff versus German Shepherd Dog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Cairn Terrier     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Australian Kelpie     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Tibetan Terrier     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Shihpoo     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Peek A Poo     

    Schipperke Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Schipperke versus Spanish Mastiff     Schipperke versus Shih Tzu     Schipperke versus Black Russian Terrier     Schipperke versus Valley Bulldog     Schipperke versus Swedish Vallhund     Schipperke versus Portuguese Pointer     Schipperke versus Clumber Spaniel     Schipperke versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Schipperke versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Schipperke versus Mastiff     Schipperke versus West Highland White Terrier     Schipperke versus Hovawart     Schipperke versus Scottish Deerhound     Schipperke versus Labrador Retriever     Schipperke versus Saint Berdoodle     Schipperke versus Alaskan Malamute     Schipperke versus Lancashire Heeler     Schipperke versus Schnoodle     Schipperke versus Shetland Sheepdog     Schipperke versus Valley Bulldog     Schipperke versus Swedish Vallhund     Schipperke versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Schipperke versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Schipperke versus German Shepherd Dog     Schipperke versus Alaskan Malamute     

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