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

Whippet has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

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Brave
Noble
Docile
Protective

Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

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

Whippets are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Pyrenean 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.

Whippets are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Mastiff-type

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Pyrenean Mastiffs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

A Pyrenean Mastiff can have a litter of 8-12 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.

A Whippet can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

The Pyrenean 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.

While the Whippet breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Corneal Dystrophy

Entropion
Ectropion

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

CERF
Blood And Urine Analysis
OFA on hips and elbows
Full Body Physical Examination

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

Whippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Whippets are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Pyrenean 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.

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

Hiking, Herd, Fetching, Searching

Run, Nap, Hunt, Fetch, Nose work, Eating Snacks, Dog Parks, Walks, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Toys

Pyrenean Mastiffs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pyrenean Mastiff should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Whippet should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 140-180 pound (64 - 82 kg) Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

For an average 25-40 pound (11 - 18 kg) Whippet feed 2.8 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pyrenean Mastiff is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Whippet 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.

Pyrenean Mastiff is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Whippets make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

Whippets are not cat friendly.

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

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

Pyrenean Mastiffs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Whippets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Pyrenean Mastiffs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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