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English Bulldog vs Mastiff

A detailed pet insurance comparison between these two popular breeds. See which one costs less to insure and has fewer health risks.

English Bulldog sitting with a wrinkled face

English Bulldog

VS
English Mastiff lying on a porch

Mastiff

Side-by-Side Comparison

English Bulldog sitting with a wrinkled face
English Bulldog
VS
English Mastiff lying on a porch
Mastiff
Size
medium
giant
Weight
40--50 lbs
120--230 lbs
Lifespan
8--10 yrs
6--10 yrs
Health Risk Score
10/10
8/10
Monthly Insurance
$50--$100
$50--$100
Annual Claims
$2,200
$2,000
Exercise Needs
low
low
Grooming
moderate
low
Trainability
moderate
moderate
Good with Kids
Yes
Yes
Apartment Friendly
Yes
No

Verdict

It's a tie! Both breeds are excellent choices.

Key Verdicts

Insurance Cost

Mastiff — Mastiff has lower average annual insurance claims, making it the more affordable breed to insure.

Health Risk

Mastiff — Mastiff has a lower health risk score, indicating fewer breed-specific health concerns.

Lifespan

English Bulldog — English Bulldog tends to live longer, providing more years of companionship.

Breed Summaries

English Bulldog sitting with a wrinkled face

English Bulldog

medium · Non-Sporting

Monthly Insurance
$50–$100
Health Risk
10/10
Lifespan
8–10 yrs
Avg. Annual Claim
$2,200
Full English Bulldog Guide →
English Mastiff lying on a porch

Mastiff

giant · Working

Monthly Insurance
$50–$100
Health Risk
8/10
Lifespan
6–10 yrs
Avg. Annual Claim
$2,000
Full Mastiff Guide →

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