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Mastiffs - Description
Mastiffs' body can be called a perfect structure because it exemplifies extreme strength and performs its functions better than any other creature or machine. They are huge, but not fat. Mastiffs may weight up to 155 pounds, their height is 26 to 30 inches (females 24 to 28 inches). They are powerful looking dogs with wide chests and strong bones. Mastiffs are known for a captivating, almost intimidating stare.
Purebred Mastiffs have short thick coat in colors of black, gray, tiger or fawn with white markings on paws. The eye color matches the color of coat. The head of the Mastiff is very large with pronounced dewlaps. It's a tradition to dock the ears short and to dock the tail by a third.
The English Mastiff is the largest of Mastiffs. Their weight is 175-190 pounds and minimum height is 30 inches (27.5 inches for females). Its color can be golden fawn, silver and tiger. The ears and the tail are not docked.
Mastiffs - Personality
Careful breeding successfully eliminated the ancient ferocity of Mastiffs. Now they are peaceful, affectionate, steady and gentle, loyal with children, and not outwardly aggressive or apt to bite without reason. Mastiffs are devoted to the master, and they are brave and clever. If trained properly, they make excellent bodyguards and faithful companions. Mastiffs are eager to please. Mastiffs - General Information Links
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Advice You Can Trust: Dogue de Bordeaux - Contains FAQ, health issues, and tips on training.
AKC Breed Standard - Description used to judge Mastiffs in AKC shows.
American Society for the Preservation of the Neapolitan Mastiff - Dedicated in the promotion, and preservation of the Neapolitan Mastiff. Historical pictures, breed history and standard, organization information and membership, news, and events.
Canada Dogs - Dogue de Bordeaux - General information on the breed.
Canil Signori d'Arezzo Neapolitan Mastiffs - History, pictures, standard, and achievements. Brazil.
Dogue de Bordeaux Breed Guide - Find a concise profile of the breed, covering characteristics and health concerns, accompanied by a representative picture.
Dogue de Bordeaux Breeder Search - General information on the breed and breeder search by state.
Drool 'N' Destruction - Photographs and ancestors. Idaho.
English Mastiff Links - Find links to English Mastiff related sites.
English Mastiffs - German site devoted to English Mastiffs.
Gopher Canyon Neapolitan Mastiffs - Breed history, photographs, FAQ, foreign and American breeders, and the breed standard. Litters and stud service. California.
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Mastiff Breeders - Links to breeders' sites
Mastiff Club of America - Furnishes an extensive FAQ sheet about the breed. Learn how it is judged in competition, find rescue organizations, and read articles.
Mastiff Stamps - Breed stamps from around the world.
Mastiff Web Ring - Mastiff sites except those which are basically classified ads for puppies, brokers, or any site which displays any negative content in regard to any other Mastiff owner or breeder.
Mastiff, Aristocratic Guardian - Book covering a wide range of topics including history, breeding, whelping, health, temperament with lots of pictures.
Mastiffs - General information on the breed.
Mastiffs In Italy - Pictures of Mastiffs.
Neapolitan Mastiff - Contains general information on the breed.
Neapolitan Mastiff Dog Breeders - The Neapolitan Mastiff profile.
Neapolitan Mastiff FAQ - History, health, and frequently asked questions on the breed.
Neapolitan Mastiffs FAQ - Learn everything you wanted to know about the breed.
New Record For The Largest Dog In The World? - Article about an English Mastiff entering the Guiness World Records
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Strong Dogs - German site devoted to Molosser breeds. Description, pictures, news, and books.
The English Mastiff In The Internet - Links to Mastiff related sites.
The Neapolitan Mastiff - Description, temperament, health problems, living conditions, exercise needs, and origin of the Neapolitan Mastiff.
The Neapolitan Mastiff Web Ring - Websites about the breed.
United States Neapolitan Mastiff Club - USNMC Breed and club information, shows and events, AKC and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Mastiffs - Other Mastiffs sites
English Mastiffs Breeders - English Mastiffs are definitely ancient dogs. Their history is hard to trace now, even though many brilliant people racked their brains to solve the mystery. What aggravates the task is confusion of the name "Mastiff" that denotes both the family and the breed. However, there are a few suppositions that are adhered to by the majority of English Mastiff lovers.
Mastiff-like dogs probably originated in Assyria. Archeological digs held in Niniveh city revealed some pieces of Assyrian art, among them being an ancient vase. That item, dated about 612 BC, depicted a massive dog with a square head wearing armor. This fact confirms that the ancestors of the English Mastiff were used as war dogs.
English Mastiffs Puppies - English Mastiffs are large dogs weighing about 175-190 pounds, and more. They have a massive head with a square, broad muzzle. Eyes are of medium size should not be protruding. Small ears are black, and set apart.
The English Mastiff is very muscular. It has a rounded chest, long legs, and a tail that never curves over the back. English Mastiffs from American breeding lines are said to be lighter than those from European ones.
English Mastiffs Pictures - English Mastiffs are working dogs that are used in a number of activities. They are considered to be the heaviest breed of dog. According to the standard, the English Mastiff should weight about 175-190 pounds. Some lines though are much larger.
The English Mastiff is a powerful dog. The whole build of its body build gives evidence of great strength and endurance. Long legs carry a massive body and a square-shaped head. The moderately long muzzle which is always black in color matches black, small ears rounded at the tips. Medium-sized eyes are usually dark. The nose is broad and black.
English Mastiffs - English Mastiffs, also called Old English Mastiffs, are one of the biggest breeds of dog. They are known for their huge size and a quiet, yet cautious temper. These diligent dogs are always ready to please their owner, and are said to make wonderful guard dogs. They also serve as watchdogs, weight pulling and obedience competitors, and devoted companions.
English Mastiffs are well-balanced dogs, noted for their size and strength. The head is square, with a moderately long muzzle. Muscles are well developed on the temple and jaw areas. The skull is slightly rounded with a relatively thin skin that tends to form wrinkles when the dog is at action. Small ears set widely apart are of black color matching the black muzzle. Brown eyes are of medium size.
Mastiffs Breeders - Mastiffs are ancient dogs whose history is closely connected with fighting and guarding. The Tibetan Mastiff is thought to be the ancestor of all the present day Mastiffs. This dog in its turn originated from the Molossus, a war dog known in the times of the Roman Empire. All the Mastiffs and some other breeds of dog are regarded as Molossers. They have some common features. Yet, certain differences make each of them specific.
The Dogue de Bordeaux, otherwise called "the French Mastiff," was probably developed in France. It might have originated from a dog that was distributed on the territory of France. In addition, it could have taken its roots from the Alano, an ancient dog that had been brought to Europe by a people called Alano. If this theory is true, the Dogue de Bordeaux can be considered a close relative of the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Mastiffs - Mastiffs are working dogs that can be used in a variety of activities. Their historical uses range from serving as war dogs and guardians to herding dogs and human companions. Many of their physical attributes and basic personality traits have been preserved, which makes it possible to use them in herding, tracking, weight pulling, sledding and some other activities. Today, Mastiffs are primarily companions.
Mastiff owners have faced a problem of late connected with the Breed Specific Legislation. Mastiffs are among breeds that fall under the category of dangerous dogs. BSL has raised much concern in the world of dog ownership by aiming at banning some breeds. As the discussion is still going on, the popularity of Mastiffs increases all over the world.
Mastiffs Pictures - Mastiffs are working dogs that can be used in weight pulling, sledding, tracking, hunting, and are valued highly as good guard dogs. They are massive, strong, and heavy-boned. The muzzle is relatively long with scissors or pincer bite in Neapolitan Mastiffs, undershot bite in the Dogue de Bordeaux and the English Mastiff.
Double coat is short and lies closely to the body. Ears in Neapolitan Mastiffs are usually cropped, whereas in English Mastiffs and Dogue de Bordeaux they are short lying closely to the temples. Dark eyes are of medium size. The Neapolitan Mastiff shows a considerable jaw. Both English Mastiffs and Dogue de Bordeaux have a mask.
Mastiffs Puppies - Mastiffs are usually very small as puppies. One can hardly believe they can grow into large powerful dogs. Nevertheless, Mastiff puppies grow very rapidly increasing their weight tens of times during the first years of their life. English Mastiffs, for instance, can weigh about 145-170 pounds as adult dogs. They are considered the heaviest dogs in the canine world. Other Mastiffs are a little smaller. Yet, when full grown they can weigh about 110-150 pounds.
All the Mastiffs are heavy-boned dogs. They have large heads and move gently. Thus, the Neapolitan Mastiff's gait is often compared to that of a cat. This breed has some characteristics common to all the Mastiff-like dogs. It has a broad muscled back, strong legs, and loose skin. Unlike other Mastiffs, Neapolitan Mastiffs have cropped ears and a docked tail. A profound lower eyelid is also a specific feature, which makes them easily recognizable.
