Bullmastiff

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Hair type	Short
Origin	Britain
Template	Giant
Head shape	Square

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 41 kg to 50 kg	From 60 cm to 66 cm
Male	From 50 kg to 59 kg	From 63 cm to 68 cm

History of the breed

Of British origin, the Bullmastiff is the result of the cross between the Mastiff and the English Bulldog . Powerful, alert and intelligent, he has traditionally been used as a watchdog. The Bullmastiff also put his talents to the service of the gamekeepers, whom he helped to track down intruders and poachers. Rather than bite them, he was trained to pin them to the ground to immobilize them.

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Physical features

Its coat: both short and hard, it lies flat on the body and offers the dog good protection against bad weather.
Its color: must be pure and clear, whatever the tone (brindle, fawn or red), sometimes with a slight white mark on the chest.
Its head: massive, broad and high, with a black mask on the muzzle. The stop is well marked.
His ears: darker in color than the body and V-shaped, forming a backward fold and reaching eye level when the dog is awake. They are tied high and well separated.
His eyes: medium in size and dark or hazel in color, well separated with a clearly marked furrow and surrounded by dark markings.
His body: of strong and solid structure, with a wide and high chest, a short, straight back giving a compact posture, as well as a large and muscular kidney. The flank is well let down.
Its tail: set high and carried straight. Thick at the base, then becomes thinner as it approaches its end to finish in a point.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

Despite his placid demeanor, the Bullmastiff is a jovial and active dog. His dissuasive stature, his courage and his great vigilance make him an excellent watchdog . His calm and his wisdom appeal to families who adopt him as much for his beauty as for a very pleasant character. The Bullmastiff is also very gentle with children and feels at home with the family. He is a reliable and protective dog.

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Education

By its important physical constitution, the Bullmastiff must receive an education at the same time strict and fair . The limits must be set for him early enough so that he does not gain the upper hand with his strength once he reaches adulthood.

Living conditions

The Bullmastiff likes indoors , but it is preferable for him to be able to have an outdoor space . He can thus invest it as he pleases, both to enjoy great freedom of movement and to choose the best observation posts. Rather, it is suitable for experienced owners or failing that, who have learned well about the necessary education vis-à-vis such a powerful dog. Although he has a good character, the Bullmastiff must be properly educated and socialized from an early age.

Health

Like most large dogs, the risk of suffering from hip dysplasia can never be ruled out. Its diet must also be monitored in order to avoid overweight in this very greedy animal. Otherwise, the Bullmastiff is a fairly healthy dog. Finally, the Bullmastiff can experience some eye problems. It is necessary to regularly clean his eyes with physiological saline.

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

The Bullmastiff is not particularly difficult to care for , despite its tough coat. However, the latter must be regularly examined and treated in order to be able to fully fulfill its protective function against bad weather and the various types of external attacks.

It is recommended to brush the dog several times a week and to use a rubber glove in order to remove the dead hair, to maintain the cleanliness of his coat and his skin.

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Food

The Bullmastiff’s diet is based on high quality kibble . Its ration should be given twice each day in order to avoid dilation of the stomach as there is in this breed of dog.

Physical activity

The Bullmastiff is an active dog , but it is preferable not to overexert it in order to preserve its joints . Moderate activity is fine for him, allowing him to control his weight and channel his energy, without inflicting future pain. His daily walks and regular play sessions are usually enough to satisfy him.

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