Affectionate
Courageous
Good-natured
Calm
Dignified
Protective

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

American Mastiffs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a German Wirehaired Pointer 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.

United States

Germany

English Mastiff, Anatolian Mastiff

griffon-type

1990s

1800s

Working

Sporting (AKC:1959)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Brown
Isabella

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

American Mastiffs have medium-length coats.

German Wirehaired Pointers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

An American Mastiff can have a litter of 10-12 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 German Wirehaired Pointer can have a litter of 12-14 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.

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

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

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

German Wirehaired Pointers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Joint Dysplasia

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Skin Problems
Foreleg Lameness
Eye Problems
Hyperthyroidism

Cataracts

Eye Examinations
Serum Chemistry
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Full Blood Work
Blood Chemistry
Diagnostic Imaging
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

American Mastiffs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

German Wirehaired Pointers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

American Mastiffs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

German Wirehaired Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

German Wirehaired Pointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Fetch, Play

Barking, Bird watch, Going on drives, Go to lake

American Mastiffs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

German Wirehaired Pointers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Mastiff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Wirehaired Pointer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 160-200 pound (73 - 91 kg) American Mastiff feed 4 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 60-71 pound (27 - 32 kg) German Wirehaired Pointer feed 2.5 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 an American Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an American Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 German Wirehaired Pointer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

American Mastiff is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

American Mastiffs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

American Mastiffs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

German Wirehaired Pointers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

American Mastiffs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

German Wirehaired Pointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.