Neapolitan Mastiffs aren't ideal for apartments, but might be able to live there successfully if there are enough opportunities to find larger spaces nearby to play.

While Neapolitan Mastiffs prefer to be around their owners, they can do fairly well when left alone if necessary.

Neapolitan Mastiffs can do fine with kids. They will require some monitoring and training to make sure they get along and react well to unpredictable behavior.

Neapolitan Mastiffs tend to be very slow to warm up to strangers. They require long periods of exposure before they will trust somone.

Neapolitan Mastiffs aren't usually friendly with other dogs. They tend to not get along unless carefully socialized.

Neapolitan Mastiffs don't bark very often of may never bark. Most barking is trained or in extreme situations.

Neapolitan Mastiffs shed a medium amount. They will have seasonal shedding, but aren't terrible to clean up after.

Neapolitan Mastiffs don't require very much effort for grooming. You'll just need to provide typical maintenance and baths.

Neapolitan Mastiffs don't need a ton of exercise. You'll just need to provide some basic activity to keep them healthy.

Most Neapolitan Mastiffs are stubborn and will take extra work to train. They can still learn trained behaviors, but will take more effort.

Although Neapolitan Mastiffs can handle the cold weather when out with you, they may not want to stay out for long periods of time.

It's best not to have a Neapolitan Mastiff in hot temperatures for long as it can be dangerous to their health.