Pointer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Pyrenean Mastiff tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Active
Amiable
Kind
Intelligent
Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Loyal

Gentle
Brave
Noble
Docile
Protective

Pointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Pyrenean Mastiffs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

England

Aragonese Pyrenees (Spain)

Pointer, Hound, Newfoundland Dog, Setter, Bulldog

Mastiff-type

1600s

1273 A.D.

Sporting (AKC:1884)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Guard dog (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
White
Isabella

Pied
White

Pointers have short coats.

Pyrenean Mastiffs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Pointer can have a litter of 12-15 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 Pyrenean Mastiff can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

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

The Pointer is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

The Pyrenean 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.

Hip Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Bloat
Congenital Heart Defect
Eye Conditions

Entropion
Ectropion

Cardiac
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

CERF
Blood And Urine Analysis
OFA on hips and elbows
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Pyrenean Mastiffs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Pointers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pyrenean Mastiffs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Pointer minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Pyrenean Mastiff excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

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

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

Pointer dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walking, Play, Sniffing, Other dogs, Walk, Run, Running, Marking

Hiking, Herd, Fetching, Searching

Pointers 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.

Pyrenean 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 Pointer, it's at least 12 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 Pyrenean Mastiff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pointers 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.

In general most Pyrenean 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.

The Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pyrenean Mastiffs 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.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Pointer feed 2.5 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 140-180 pound (64 - 82 kg) Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Pointer 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.

The average per month expenses of a Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

Pointers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pyrenean Mastiff is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Pointers 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.

Pointers are not cat friendly.

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

The Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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