Neapolitan Mastiff tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Austrian Pinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Protective
Fearless
Stubborn
Dominant
Obedient
Trainable

Alert
Devoted
Lively
Assertive
Friendly
Playful

Neapolitan Mastiffs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Austrian Pinschers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Choose a Neapolitan Mastiff if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Austrian Pinschers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Italy

Austria

british mastiff

Local Austrian farm dogs, German Pinscher

ancient times

19th Century

Working (AKC:2004)
Guardian (UKC)

Terrier

Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Black
Red
Brown

Neapolitan Mastiffs have short coats.

Austrian Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Neapolitan Mastiff can have a litter of 8-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Austrian Pinscher can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Neapolitan Mastiffs may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Austrian Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The Neapolitan Mastiff breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Austrian Pinschers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Cherry Eye

Congenital Heart Defect

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

OFA
Cardiac Ultrasound
Yearly Physical Examination

Neapolitan Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Austrian Pinscher has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Neapolitan Mastiffs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Austrian Pinschers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Neapolitan Mastiff excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Austrian Pinscher minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Austrian Pinscher dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Hide & Seek

Walking, Playing fetch, Tug o war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Neapolitan Mastiff, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Austrian Pinscher, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Neapolitan Mastiffs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Austrian Pinschers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 150-200 pound (68 - 91 kg) Neapolitan Mastiff feed 6.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Austrian Pinscher feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Neapolitan Mastiff is somewhere $5.60 - $6.30 per day.

The average cost of an Austrian Pinscher is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Neapolitan Mastiff is between $168 - $189. This makes an average of $2016 - $2268 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Austrian Pinscher is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Neapolitan Mastiff has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Austrian Pinschers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Austrian Pinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Neapolitan Mastiffs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Austrian Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not dog-friendly.

Austrian Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very stranger friendly.

Austrian Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Austrian Pinschers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Neapolitan Mastiffs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Austrian Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.