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Spanish Mastiff vs Italian Volpino
Compare Spanish Mastiff and Italian Volpino 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
Spanish Mastiff
Italian Volpino
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
72 – 85 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
70 – 120 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 12 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Spanish Mastiff
Great with kids
Low grooming
Giant
Italian Volpino
Tiny
Summary
About Spanish Mastiff
Large, powerful livestock guardian, calm and observant yet strongly protective. Quiet and laid back at home if well exercised, deeply loyal with family and usually reserved with strangers. Independent and thoughtful, it suits experienced owners with space, structure and early socialisation.
About Italian Volpino
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