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Breed Description | |
| Also Called: English Mastiff | ||
| Height: The Mastiff is a minimum of 30 inches for males; minimum of 27.5 inches for females. | ||
| Weight: The Mastiff weighs between 175-190 lbs. | ||
| Colors: The Mastiffs should be fawn, apricot, or brindle with black around the eyes and extending up between them, over the muzzle, ears and nose. | ||
| General Appearance: The Mastiff is a large, massive dog with a well-knit frame. The impression is one of grandeur and dignity. Dogs are more massive, though bitches should not be faulted for being somewhat smaller in all dimensions while maintaining a proportionally powerful structure. | ||
| Temperament: The Mastiff is a sensitive, tender, laid back companion. A combination of grandeur and good nature, courage and docility. Dignity, rather than gaiety, is the Mastiff's correct demeanor. They are good with children and make great hunting dogs for large game, watchdogs and family pets. | ||
| Care: The Mastiff is easily groomed. Brush him with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. | ||
| Training: The Mastiff needs firm but gentle training to keep him under control. Remember to give consistency, lots of love, and plenty of understanding. Early human contact should be given to Mastiff puppies as soon as possible. | ||
| Activity: The Mastiff needs lots of exercise and should be kept in firm shape. But you should be careful not to over exercise, especially in his first year. Controlled exercise must be given to a puppy until they are fully developed. | ||
| Life Span: The Mastiff lives about 5-10 years. | ||
| Litter Size: The Mastiff averages about 2-5 puppies per litter. | ||
| Country of Origin: The Mastiff originated in England. | ||
| Brief History: The giant Mastiff may have originated in Asia but England has been considered its adopted country for nearly 2,000 years. The breed has a long history as a fighting dog, protector of the home, and for use against other animals and as a weapon in war. In America, the breed is now noted as a devoted family pet and may still serve as a protector mainly by its imposing size. | ||
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 2), KC(GB), UKC |
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