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Name	American Bulldog	Doberman Pinscher	Alpine Mastiff
Origins	United States	Germany	Switzerland
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Alpine Molosser
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	Large	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	345 pounds (157 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	37.5 inches (95 cm)

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$800-$1000	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff trainability comparison.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff social needs comparison:	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff playfulness comparison:	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep American Bulldog indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Mastiff breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Alpine Mastiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Alpine Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Alpine Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do American Bulldog, Doberman Pinscher and Alpine Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff energy level comparison:	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	15 to 16 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alpine Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Rough
Colors What are the original American Bulldog, Doberman Pinscher and Alpine Mastiff color?	Black White Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Brindle Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Alpine Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff?	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Bulldog or Doberman Pinscher or Alpine Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff?	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alpine Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Bulldog and Doberman Pinscher and Alpine Mastiff have?	7-14 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-12 puppies
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American Bulldog vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alpine Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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