Is the English Mastiff or the Mastiff better for families with children?

Both the English Mastiff and the Mastiff are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the English Mastiff or the Mastiff?

The English Mastiff and Mastiff shed a similar amount (medium).

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Choose the English Mastiff if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the Mastiff on temperament, size and care.

Choose the Mastiff if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the English Mastiff on temperament, size and care.

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Is the English Mastiff or the Mastiff better for families with children?: Both the English Mastiff and the Mastiff are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the English Mastiff or the Mastiff?: The English Mastiff and Mastiff shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the English Mastiff or the Mastiff?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.