Size matchup
Great Pyrenees vs Tibetan Mastiff: size & weight
Typical weight (85-110 lbs vs 70-150 lbs) and height (25-32 inches vs 24-26 inches)—so you can tell who’s bigger on the metrics that matter.
Great Pyrenees
large · energy 2/5
85-110 lbs
Weight mid ~98 lbs
25-32 inches
Height mid ~28.5 in
Tibetan Mastiff
large · energy 3/5
70-150 lbs
Weight mid ~110 lbs
24-26 inches
Height mid ~25.0 in
Heavy livestock-guardian types; coats inflate perceived size—check published weight ranges, not fluff photos.
Typical weight
- Great Pyrenees: 85-110 lbs (mid ~98 lbs)
- Tibetan Mastiff: 70-150 lbs (mid ~110 lbs)
Tibetan Mastiff usually tips the scale higher.
Typical height (withers)
- Great Pyrenees: 25-32 inches (mid ~28.5 in)
- Tibetan Mastiff: 24-26 inches (mid ~25.0 in)
Great Pyrenees is typically taller at the shoulder.
Size class & fit
Great Pyrenees
large · lifespan 10-12 years
Calm, Patient, Gentle
Tibetan Mastiff
large · lifespan 10-12 years
Independent, Strong-willed, Protective
Size drives food bills, car space, crate size, and how hard a jump lands on kids and seniors. Pair this page with lifestyle compare when temperament matters as much as inches.
Planning verdict
Lean Great Pyrenees
Lean Great Pyrenees if you want a large dog around 85-110 lbs and 25-32 inches, with energy 2/5.
Lean Tibetan Mastiff
Lean Tibetan Mastiff if you prefer large size near 70-150 lbs and 24-26 inches, with energy 3/5.
FAQs
- Which is bigger, a Great Pyrenees or a Tibetan Mastiff?
- By typical weight/height midpoints, the Tibetan Mastiff tends to be larger overall. Great Pyrenees typically weighs about 85-110 lbs (mid ~98 lbs) versus Tibetan Mastiff at 70-150 lbs (mid ~110 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 25-32 inches vs 24-26 inches. Both are classified as large dogs in our data. On typical midpoints, Tibetan Mastiff tends to be the larger dog.
- Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?
- Great Pyrenees is typically taller at the withers (25-32 inches vs 24-26 inches).
- Which weighs more, Great Pyrenees or Tibetan Mastiff?
- Tibetan Mastiff usually weighs more (85-110 lbs vs 70-150 lbs).
- Are Great Pyrenees and Tibetan Mastiff the same size class?
- Yes—both are large in our breed data. Individuals still vary by sex and bloodline.
- Do males and females change the size comparison?
- Often yes. Males are commonly at the high end of weight/height ranges and females at the low end. Always check the actual dog (or parents) rather than breed averages alone.
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References
- How to Choose the Right Dog Breed — American Kennel Club (AKC)
- How Long Will Your Dog Live? Size Matters — American Kennel Club (AKC)
- General Dog Care — ASPCA