Temperament: The Neapolitan Mastiff dog is not always as it appears, and is, in fact, very affectionate, calm and loving. They love their family and friends, and with their intelligence love to do their owners bidding. This dog is very protective and courageous, being quiet most of the time and only barking when necessary. It is a good idea to socialise and mix well as a puppy.

The Neapolitan Mastiff is usually very kind to children, but really children will need to learn leadership skills. Obedience training is very important for this large dog, and this breed requires a strong willed owner, who understands, and is capable of, controlling this dog properly. With consistency and good training, this dog should do well.

Neo's will not listen to a timid person, and these are not dogs for the first time owner. This breed is a heavy droller, particular in hot weather. The Neapolitan Mastiff breed requires daily walks for mental and physical exercise. If this dog doesn't receive the correct amount of exercise, with a strong and consistent owner, they can become an overprotective and aggressive dog. Good guidance should be found on how best to correct and handle this dog to obtain the best of this breed.

Health issues: The Neapolitan Mastiff dog can have hip dysplasia, bloat, cherry eye and joint pain that will go as the dog gets older.

Grooming: Grooming is easy to do for this dog, using a rubber brush, removing dead hair and debris from a coat is all that is required.

Living conditions: The Neapolitan Mastiff can live in apartments as long as given adequate exercise. They only require a small garden that needs to offer shade on hot days.