Last Updated: May 01, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction
- Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview
- Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff
- Size Comparison of the Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff
- Lifespan of Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff
- Do Collies shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and Pyrenean Mastiffs?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Mastiff?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Pyrenean Mastiff
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Collie and for the Pyrenean Mastiff. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff.
Note that the Collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth collie and the rough collie. Read our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
See this article that compares the Border Collie to the Pyrenean Mastiff.
Finally, just like the collie, the border collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough border collie and the smooth border collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Pyrenean Mastiff is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Pyrenean Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie to the Pyrenean Mastiff based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff
| Factor | Collie | Pyrenean Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 24 to 31 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 130 to 200 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 11.5 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Collie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Pyrenean Mastiff. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Pyrenean Mastiff. So, you should get a Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff
The Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff.
The Collie weighs 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Collie is 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Pyrenean Mastiff weighs 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. The Pyrenean Mastiff is 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff
The lifespan of the Collie is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Collie is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of the Pyrenean Mastiff is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Pyrenean Mastiff is 11.5 years.
The Collie live longer than the Pyrenean Mastiff.
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Collies shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff?
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pyrenean Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?
Collies are very easy to train.
Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Collies and Pyrenean Mastiffs?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Mastiff?
Collies have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Pyrenean Mastiff
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Mastiff?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Pyrenean Mastiff?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Pyrenean Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Pyrenean Mastiff. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Collie to other breeds:
Collie versus Lowchen Collie versus Weimaraner Collie versus Chinese Shar-Pei Collie versus American Foxhound Collie versus Lagotto Romagnolo Collie versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Collie versus American Hairless Terrier Collie versus Samoyed Collie versus Saint Bernard Collie versus Greyhound Collie versus Belgian Sheepdog Collie versus Irish Wolfhound Collie versus Bordoodle Collie versus Collie Collie versus Pyrenean Shepherd Collie versus Lancashire Heeler Collie versus Flat-Coated Retriever
Conclusion: Collie versus Pyrenean Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Collie and the Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you and your family.