What's in this Bullmastiff Guide?
Bullmastiff Quick Stats:
Description:
The Bullmastiff is a powerful dog breed with a broad wrinkled head and a tapering tail. Alert, strong and protective and with endurance and stamina, the Bullmastiff is a natural guardian of the home and family.
The powerful Bullmastiff is a natural guard dog that craves human contact
Country of Origin:
The Bullmastiff originated in Great Britain.
Height:
Male Bullmastiffs range from 25 inches to 27 inches. Female Bullmastiffs range from 24 inches to 26 inches.
Weight:
Male Bullmastiffs range from 110 to 133 pounds. Female Bullmastiffs range from 100 to 120 pounds.
Colors:
Bullmastiffs are usually shades of brindle, fawn or red and some may contain white markings on the chest.
Coat:
Bullmastiffs have a short and dense coat, which requires minimal brushing.
Temperament:
The Bullmastiff is a protective and alert dog breed who makes a good guard dog but only a fair watch dog, as they rarely bark. Devoted and loyal, the Bullmastiff loves human attention.
Health Concerns:
The Bullmastiff is susceptible to hip dysplasia, cancer, eyelid problems, and gastric torsion.
Life Expectancy:
The expected life span of the Bullmastiff is 8-10 years.
Living Environment:
Bullmastiffs will do best in a house with a fenced yard. The owner of a Bullmastiff should be a firm and confident leader who understands the power of this dog breed.
AKC Group:
The Bullmastiff is in the Working group.
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Bullmastiffs - In Depth
Does the idea of having the biggest dog in the neighborhood appeal to you? Are you comfortable with the idea of sharing your home, and your food budget, with a canine that can weigh as much as an adult human? If so, A Bull Mastiff could just be the perfect pet for you.
Gentle Giants
These gentle giants are loving, affectionate dogs who crave human companionship. They provide their owners with undying loyalty, asking for nothing but love and attention in return. While they develop strong attachments to their owners, they aren't thrilled by being around other dogs or unfamiliar people.
Bull Mastiffs stand between two feet and 27 inches tall when full grown, and generally weigh between 110 and 135 pounds. They are large, powerful, and full of energy a combination that can be intimidating to many people. Because of their massive size, and sometimes-aggressive tendencies, it is vital to start obedience training with your Bull Mastiff when he or she is very young.
If you don't establish yourself firmly as the alpha leader before your dog reaches his or her full size and strength, you will have a very difficult time learning to control her. These animals need a good bit of exercise, so it's vital for them to get accustomed to being on a leash during their puppy years. The socialization benefits of dog obedience classes are also very important for Bull Mastiff puppies, so they get accustomed to behaving appropriately around other people and canines before reaching adulthood.
Even though Bull Mastiffs are popular house pets, they were initially bred to be working dogs and are included in the American Kennel Club's (AKC) working group. Throughout history, Bull Mastiffs have been utilized in law enforcement, and were originally bred to help the British police track down and apprehend poachers.
Your Bull Mastiff dog is certainly likely to be a deterrent to would-be criminals considering breaking into your home. To people who don't know them, these enormous canines can be intimidating at best and are viewed as terrifying by many people. You may know that your Bull Mastiff is a cuddly giant, but potential intruders certainly will not see them in this manner.
If you're looking for a loyal companion and you don't have a complex about living with a dog the size of a human, you may be the perfect candidate to own a Bull Mastiff. In addition to making sure that your home and lifestyle are conducive to giving this type of dog the right type of home environment, make sure there is room in your food budget to accommodate the nutritional needs of a dog that weighs more than 100 pounds. If you can make room in your home, your heart, and your food budget for a Bull Mastiff, you'll be rewarded with the affections and protections afforded by this lovely breed.
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