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Pointer
VS
Neapolitan Mastiff
Pointer vs Neapolitan Mastiff
Compare Pointer and Neapolitan Mastiff side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Pointer
Neapolitan Mastiff
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 69 cm
60 – 73 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
50 – 70 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
8 – 10 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
2/5
2/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Neapolitan Mastiff
Great with kids
Giant
Summary
About Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
About Neapolitan Mastiff
Ancient Italian giant guardian with massive build and heavy wrinkles. Calm and affectionate with family, wary of strangers, and protective by nature. Needs early training, steady leadership, moderate daily walks, and careful skin and drool care due to size and loose folds.
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