Unfortunately, the American Masti-Bull is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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

Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

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

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

American Masti-Bulls are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

United States

United States

Mastiff, American Bulldog

Maltese, Chinese Crested

1960s

2002

American Masti-Bulls are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chinese Cresteses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

American Masti-Bulls are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Chinese Cresteses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

American Masti-Bull has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Chinese Cresteses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The American Masti-Bull has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Chinese Crestese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

American Masti-Bulls are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chinese Crestese 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

American Masti-Bulls make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chinese Cresteses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

American Masti-Bulls are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

American Masti-Bulls are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

American Masti-Bulls are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chinese Cresteses are highly friendly around strangers.

American Masti-Bulls are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Chinese Cresteses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.