Neapolitan Mastiff
Also called Mastino Napoletano and Neo
- Needs space
The Neapolitan Mastiff is a large, powerful breed with a short, thick coat. They have a large, rectangular head and a massive, muscular body, with a deep, broad chest and a thick, powerful neck. The Neapolitan Mastiff is a loyal and devoted breed, with a quiet, even temperament and a strong protective instinct.
- Weight
- 110–154 lb (50–70 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 24–31 in (61–79 cm)
- Life span
- 7–10 years
- Exercise
- About 30 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short
- Origin
- Campania (Naples), Italy
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: OK with children
- Other dogs: Wary of other dogs
- Strangers: Very wary of strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Calm
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks a little
- Training: Fairly easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Drools heavily
Temperament
Aloof with strangers
Calm
Dignified
Loyal
Protective
Steady
Coat colours
Black, brindle, gray (blue), mahogany and tawny
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 132–154 lb (60–70 kg) | 110–132 lb (50–60 kg) |
| Height | 26–31 in (66–79 cm) | 24–29 in (61–74 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
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Breeds of a similar size
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Sources
- Breed Standard | USNMC (AKC parent club) (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Neapolitan Mastiff | United Kennel Club (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolitan Mastiff Dog Breed and Characteristics (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolitan Mastiff FCI-Standard (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolitan Mastiff Breed: Characteristics, Care & Photos (opens in a new tab)
- Neapolitan Mastiff Dog Breed Information & Characteristics (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).