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

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

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Cheerful
Vocal

Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Cheerful
Vigilant

Bitons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Bitons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

Bichon Frise, Coton de Tulear

Mastiff, Dogue de Bordeaux

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
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Bitons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Muscle Mastiffs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Muscle 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Road trip, Play keep away, Walk, Playdate, Catch, Play, Fetch, Training, Run

Playing fetch

Bitons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Muscle Mastiff has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Muscle Mastiffs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

Bitons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Bitons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Muscle Mastiffs are not known for being a highly playful breed.