Alert
Courageous
Docile
Loyal
Reliable
Calm
Devoted
Powerful
Protective

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful

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

Dalmatian Springers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

England

United States

mastiff, bulldogs

Dalmatian and English Springer Spaniel

1800s

Unknown

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Fawn
Brindle

Black
White
Blue

Bullmastiffs have short coats.

Dalmatian Springers have medium-length coats.

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 Dalmatian Springer can have a litter of 4-10 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.

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

Dalmatian Springers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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.

Dalmatian Springers 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

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

None

Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Dalmatian Springer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Dalmatian Springers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Dalmatian Springers 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 Dalmatian Springer, it's at least 12 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 Dalmatian Springers 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 Dalmatian Springer 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.

Dalmatian Springer 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Dalmatian Springer 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 Dalmatian Springer 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.

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

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

Bullmastiffs are not cat friendly.

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

Bullmastiffs are not dog-friendly.

Dalmatian Springers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Dalmatian Springers 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.

Dalmatian Springers 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.

Dalmatian Springers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.