Unfortunately, the Irish Mastiff is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Norwich de Tulears are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Dignified
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Generous
Thoughtful

Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Irish Mastiffs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Norwich de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound

Norwich Terrier and Coton de Tulear

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Blue
Black

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

White
Fawn
Brown
Red
Black

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

Norwich de Tulears have medium-length coats.

An Irish Mastiff can have a litter of 3-5 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 Norwich de Tulear can have a litter of 4-6 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.

The Irish 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 Norwich de Tulear breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Conditions

None

Osteosarcoma
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Cataracts
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye Examination
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram

Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Irish Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Norwich de Tulear has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Norwich de Tulears sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

In general most Irish Mastiffs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Norwich de Tulears usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Irish Mastiff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Norwich de Tulears 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.

Ideally, Irish Mastiff should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Norwich de Tulear 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-180 pound (54 - 82 kg) Irish 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 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Norwich de Tulear feed 1 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 Irish Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Norwich de Tulear is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish 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 Norwich de Tulear is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Norwich de Tulears make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Norwich de Tulears are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Irish Mastiffs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Norwich de Tulears are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Irish Mastiffs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Norwich de Tulears are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Norwich de Tulears are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Norwich de Tulears are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Norwich de Tulears are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.