Alert
Courageous
Docile
Loyal
Reliable
Calm
Devoted
Powerful
Protective

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Aggressive

Choose a Bullmastiff 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.

Blue Spaniels aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

mastiff, bulldogs

Australian Cattle Dog and Cocker Spaniel

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Hazel

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Fawn
Brindle

Blue
Black
White

Bullmastiffs have short coats.

Blue Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Bullmastiff can have a litter of 8-10 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 Blue Spaniel can have a litter of 4-7 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.

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

Blue Spaniels are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Bullmastiff 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.

Blue Spaniels typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer

PRA
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Deafness
Cataracts

Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Hearing
X-Rays
CT Scan
Ophthalmic Exam
Orthopedic
Arthroscopy
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)

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

Blue Spaniels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Blue Spaniel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Blue Spaniels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Blue Spaniels sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bullmastiffs are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walking, Catch treats, Train, Jumping, Fetch, Walk, Run, Playing, Chasing, Greeting, Belly rubs, Running, Sniff, Nap, Snuggle, Eating Snacks, Sniffing, Swim, Water, Nose work, Play, Go to Beach, Go to Park, Frisbee, Go Camping, Groom, Hike, Fish, Chase, Bath time

Cuddle, Play, Pool, Car Travel, Swim, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Play with kids, Frisbee

Bullmastiffs 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.

Blue Spaniels 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 Bullmastiff, it's at least 7 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 Blue Spaniel, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bullmastiffs usually need at least 40 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 Blue Spaniels usually need at least 90 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 Bullmastiff has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Blue Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Blue Spaniel 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Blue Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bullmastiff is between $56 - $84. This makes an average of $672 - $1008 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 Blue Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

Blue Spaniel is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

Bullmastiffs are not cat friendly.

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

Bullmastiffs are not dog-friendly.

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

Bullmastiffs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Blue Spaniels are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bullmastiffs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Blue Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Blue Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.