Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Skye Terrier Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
- Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
- Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
- Lifespan of Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
- Price of Skye Terrier versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
- Do Skye Terriers shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Does the Skye Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Do Skye Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Skye Terrier vs. Spanish Mastiff
- Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Are Skye Terriers good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Skye Terriers and Spanish Mastiffs?
- Is the Skye Terrier Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Skye Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Skye Terrier Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff? 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 Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Skye Terrier and for the Spanish Mastiff. 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 Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff.
Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Skye Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Skye Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the Spanish 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.
Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Skye Terrier to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
| Factor | Skye Terrier | Spanish Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 40 pounds | 140 to 220 pounds |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 35 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2000 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $2000 – $2000 | $1000 – $1050 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Skye Terrier 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Skye Terrier is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spanish Mastiff is a better pet than the Skye Terrier. So, you should get the Spanish 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 Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff
The Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff.
Skye Terriers weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Skye Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
The lifespan of Skye Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Skye Terriers is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.
Skye Terriers live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.
Price of Skye Terrier versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
The average price of the Skye Terrier puppy is $2000. The price of the Skye Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of a Skye Terrier can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Skye Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Spanish Mastiff puppy is $1050. The price of the Spanish Mastiff typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of the Spanish Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Skye Terrier is more expensive than the Spanish Mastiff.
| Skye Terrier | Spanish Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2000 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $2000 to $2000 | $1000 to $1050 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Skye Terrier and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Skye Terrier puppies or how many Spanish Mastiff puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Skye Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Skye Terrier puppy or the Spanish Mastiff 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: Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff
Skye Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Skye Terriers shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
Skye Terriers shed moderately.
Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff
Skye Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
Skye Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Skye Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
Skye Terriers 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.
Spanish 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.
Do Skye Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Skye Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Skye Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Skye Terrier vs. Spanish Mastiff
Skye Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Skye Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
Skye Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Skye Terriers good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
Skye Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Skye Terriers and Spanish Mastiffs?
Skye Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Skye Terrier Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
Skye Terriers are not easy to train.
Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the Skye Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?
Skye Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Skye Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff?
Skye Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Skye Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Skye Terrier 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 Skye Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Skye Terrier and how the Spanish Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Skye Terrier and of the Spanish Mastiff to other breeds:
Skye Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spanish Mastiff versus Pomsky Spanish Mastiff versus American Pit Bull Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Tibetan Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Valley Bulldog Spanish Mastiff versus Lhasa Apso Spanish Mastiff versus Japanese Spitz Spanish Mastiff versus Cairn Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Swedish Vallhund Spanish Mastiff versus Curly-Coated Retriever Spanish Mastiff versus Bracco Italiano Spanish Mastiff versus Maltese Spanish Mastiff versus Pomsky Spanish Mastiff versus Kuvasz Spanish Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Spanish Mastiff versus Manchester Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Bracco Italiano Spanish Mastiff versus Tibetan Mastiff Spanish Mastiff versus Peek A Poo Spanish Mastiff versus Alaskan Malamute Spanish Mastiff versus Saint Bernard Spanish Mastiff versus Shichon Spanish Mastiff versus Cavapoo Spanish Mastiff versus Dalmatian Spanish Mastiff versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Spanish Mastiff versus Shiba Inu
Conclusion: Skye Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Skye Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.