Basenji has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

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

Affectionate
Curious
Playful
Alert
Energetic
Intelligent

Affectionate
Courageous
Good-natured
Calm
Dignified
Protective

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

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

Choose a Basenji 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.

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

Central Africa (Zaire and the Congo)

United States

African Bush Dog

English Mastiff, Anatolian Mastiff

Ancient

1990s

Hound (AKC:1943)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Working

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Brindle
Red

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

Basenjis have short coats.

American Mastiffs have medium-length coats.

PRA
Fanconi Syndrome
Basenji Enteropathy

Joint Dysplasia

Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Skin Problems
Foreleg Lameness
Eye Problems
Hyperthyroidism

Eye
Dna Test For Pk
Fanconi Urine Test
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye Examinations
Serum Chemistry
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Full Blood Work
Blood Chemistry
Diagnostic Imaging
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies

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

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

Basenji has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

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

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

Basenjis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Basenji has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

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

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

While Basenji dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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

Shake, Running, Sniffing, Cuddling, Destroying toys, Marking, Run, Play with Toys, Dog Parks, Walk, Being pet, Fetch, Smelling, Out, Catch treats, Play keep away, Play, Chase, Tracking, Eating Snacks, Walking, Mischif, Hiking, Lounging, Mountain biking, Off-leash, Fetch-ish, Trail running, Long hikes

Fetch, Play

Basenjis 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.

American 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 Basenji, it's at least 15 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 American Mastiff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basenjis 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.

In general most American 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 Basenji is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The American Mastiff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 22-26 pound (10 - 12 kg) Basenji 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 160-200 pound (73 - 91 kg) American Mastiff feed 4 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 Basenji is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an American Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Basenji 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 an American Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Basenji is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

American Mastiff is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Basenjis can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

American Mastiffs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Basenjis are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Basenjis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

American Mastiffs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Basenjis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

American Mastiffs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.