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

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

Protective
Fearless
Stubborn
Dominant
Obedient
Trainable

Affectionate
Gentle
Independent
Outright
Tempered
Stubborn

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.

Avoid Bloodhounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Italy

Europe

british mastiff

flemish hound, talbot hound

ancient times

middle ages

Working (AKC:2004)
Guardian (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthounds (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Amber

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable

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.

A Bloodhound can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cherry Eye
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Cherry Eye

Bone And Joint Problems
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Neapolitan Mastiffs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bloodhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Bloodhound has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Bloodhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Neapolitan Mastiffs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Bloodhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bloodhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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.

Bloodhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Hide & Seek

Snack time, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Not walking, Eating treats, Walking, Cuddle, Hide & Seek

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 Bloodhound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Bloodhound feed 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 a Bloodhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 a Bloodhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Bloodhound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Neapolitan Mastiffs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Bloodhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Neapolitan Mastiffs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bloodhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bloodhounds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not dog-friendly.

Bloodhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very stranger friendly.

Bloodhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Bloodhounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Bloodhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.