While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poovaneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Irish Mastiff is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Sturdy
Amiable
Instinctual
Charming

Dignified
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Generous
Thoughtful

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

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

Poovaneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

United States

Poodle, Havanese

Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Fawn
White
Cream
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Poovaneses have medium-length coats.

Irish Mastiffs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Wiry

A Poovanese can have a litter of 1-9 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.

An Irish Mastiff can have a litter of 3-5 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.

While the Poovanese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Irish 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.

Poovanese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Poovaneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Playdate, Run, Camping, Play keep away, Walk, Nap

Playdate, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walks, Lure coursing, Hikes, Swimming

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poovanese, it's at least 9 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 Irish Mastiff, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poovaneses usually need at least 120 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 Irish 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.

Poovaneses 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.

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

Poovanese should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Irish Mastiff should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-45 pound (7 - 20 kg) Poovanese feed 2 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 120-180 pound (54 - 82 kg) Irish 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 Poovanese is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Poovanese 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 Irish 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.

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

Irish Mastiff has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Irish Mastiffs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Poovaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Poovaneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Irish Mastiffs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Poovaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Irish Mastiffs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Poovaneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Poovaneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Irish Mastiffs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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