Are Neapolitan Mastiffs Intelligent Dogs?

Considering to own a Neapolitan Mastiff and want and wondering whether Neapolitan Mastiff is an intelligent dog breed?

According to pet experts, Neapolitan Mastiff Dogs score out of 5 in the scale of intelligent dog breeds.


Neapolitan Mastiff Intelligence

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Are Neapolitan Mastiffs Smarter Than Other Dogs?

    Neapolitan Mastiff intelligence ranking compared to other dogs: unknown

    Smartest Dog Breeds

    Pet dog owners always want to feel that their dog is the smartest on the neighborhood, and while this may hold true, a smart dog can come in many forms.

    Obviously, a clever pet dog is just potential without a human ready to put in the time and effort to train and channel the dog's knowledge. Dogs are about as intelligent as the typical two-year-old, but there is a variety of intelligence across several breeds.|Cleverness in dog breeds can refer to many qualities. Some dog breeds are much easier to train and listen well to demands while others make great working dogs who are able to herd livestock.

    Here is a list of the 5 smartest dog breeds. Is your dog one of them?

    1. Border Collie is just one of the world's smartest and most famous dog breeds. Initially developed as a herding dog because of its intelligence and obedience, the Border Collie is a medium-sized dog known for its friendly temperament.

    2. Golden Retriever is one of the world's favourite dog breeds. Initially bred as gun dogs, the Golden Retriever is an intelligent, trainable and friendly buddy.

    3. Rottweiler (a.k.a. "Rottie") is a loyal, courageous and smart dog breed who is known for its unwavering dedication to its owners, whom they will defend at all costs.

    4. Poodles not only are very clever, but they're also proud, energetic dogs, with the added advantage of being hypoallergenic. Because of their high intelligence, poodles can be easily trained to track, hunt, retrieve, and follow.

    5. German shepherd is the second most popular dog breed because they're courageous, confident, and clever. They are exceptional all-purpose workers and are used in a number of specialized situations as police dogs or service dogs.

Neapolitan Mastiffs Intelligence

Neapolitan Mastiff Information

With its massive size made even more imposing by its abundant loose skin and dewlap, the Neapolitan Mastiff may have the most alarming appearance of any dog, and some say this look was purposefully bred in order to scare away intruders without the dog having to act. However, when forced to act, the Neo can spring into action with surprising speed. Its massive muscular body can knock down almost any intruder. Its huge head with short, powerful jaws and large teeth can crush or hold an opponent. The skin is tough and hanging, adding to the imposing impression of size as well as formidable expression.

The Neapolitan Mastiff was bred for centuries to guard its family. As such, it is incredibly loyal and devoted to its family, watchful and suspicious of strangers, and tolerant of acquaintances. It is a stay-at-home-type dog. Although it is loving toward children, its sheer size can make accidents possible. It may not get along well with other dogs, especially domineering-type dogs. Because of its size, it should be carefully socialized at an early age.

What to do if you lose your Neapolitan Mastiff

If your Neapolitan Mastiff Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the lost pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Phone the local vet clinics to see if someone has handed in your missing pet.

4. Telephone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Shelters.

What to do if you find a lost Neapolitan Mastiff

If you find a Neapolitan Mastiff Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Contact the Local Authority to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the pet to the local Animal Pound assigned to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet Clinic who normally scan the animal’s microchip and locate the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.




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