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

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

Protective
Fearless
Stubborn
Dominant
Obedient
Trainable

Agile
Energetic
Funny
Loving
Courageous
Friendly

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.

Norwegian Buhunds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Italy

Norway

british mastiff

Spitz-type

ancient times

10th Century

Working (AKC:2004)
Guardian (UKC)

Herding (AKC:2009)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Black
Cream

Neapolitan Mastiffs have short coats.

Norwegian Buhunds have medium-length coats.

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 Norwegian Buhund can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Norwegian Buhunds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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.

Norwegian Buhunds 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

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Cherry Eye

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Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Hip And Eyes

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

Norwegian Buhunds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Norwegian Buhunds 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.

Norwegian Buhunds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Norwegian Buhund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

Norwegian Buhund 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.

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

Hide & Seek

Walk, Run, Catch treats, Play, Chase, Herding

Neapolitan Mastiffs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Norwegian Buhunds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Norwegian Buhund, it's at least 14 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 Norwegian Buhunds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Neapolitan Mastiff has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Norwegian Buhund is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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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 31-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Norwegian Buhund feed 2.6 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 Norwegian Buhund 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 a Norwegian Buhund 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.

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

Norwegian Buhunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Neapolitan Mastiffs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Norwegian Buhunds 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.

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

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not dog-friendly.

Norwegian Buhunds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are not very stranger friendly.

Norwegian Buhunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Norwegian Buhunds 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.

Norwegian Buhunds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.