Choose a Himalayan Sheepdog 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.

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

Nepal
India

United States

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Himalayan Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 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.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Conditions

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Osteosarcoma
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye Examination
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram

Himalayan Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

Playdate, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walks, Lure coursing, Hikes, Swimming

Himalayan Sheepdogs 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.

Irish 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Irish Mastiff, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Himalayan Sheepdogs usually need at least 120 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 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.

Himalayan Sheepdog 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 62-84 pound (28 - 38 kg) Himalayan Sheepdog feed 3 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 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.

The average cost of a Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Himalayan Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 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.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Irish Mastiff has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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