Spanish Mastiff

Other names: Mastín Español, Mâtin d’Estremadura, Mâtin de la Mancha, Spanish Mastiff

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Hair type	Half-long
Origin	Spain
Template	Giant
Head shape	Square

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 65 kg to 80 kg	From 72 cm to 88 cm
Male	From 80 kg to 120 kg	From 77 cm to 88 cm

History of the breed

The presence of   Spanish Mastiff   on the Iberian Peninsula has been documented for at least 2 millennia . Originally from the region of Extremadura, in southwestern Spain, this dog was traditionally used to accompany shepherds when moving their flocks of sheep, especially those of the Merino type. The Spanish Mastiff was then a flawless protection against wolves and other predators . It is also a role that he continues to play today, in addition to that of watchdog in which he excels.

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Physical features

His hair: semi-long, dense, thick, evenly distributed over the whole body, also filling the interdigital spaces. Longer on the tail, shorter on the limbs.
Its color: ideally one-color yellow, fawn, red, black, wolf or red-deer, but all colors and mixtures are allowed.
His head: massive, robust and square. The skull is broad, solid, as wide as long or slightly longer. The frontal sinuses are accentuated, the occipital ridge marked, the stop little accentuated and gently sloping. The nose is black, large and wet, the muzzle straight and never pointed, the jaws powerful and articulated like scissors.
His ears: triangular, flat, drooping, of medium size, set above the line of the eyes. Partly trained when the dog is attentive or in action.
His eyes: almond-shaped, small in size, dark hazel in color, displaying an expression both gentle and intelligent, becoming harsher in the presence of a stranger.
His body: powerful and strong, but flexible. Writable in a rectangle. The neck is broad, strong and covered with thick skin. The topline is straight, the withers well marked, the back strong and muscular, the loins long and wide, the croup solid, the chest large and powerful, the belly very slightly raised.
Its tail: strong at its base, set on moderately high, flexible, covered with a longer hair, straightened into a saber when the dog is attentive or active.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

The Spanish Mastiff   is a dog with great strength of character . He shows remarkable determination when it comes to intervening to protect his family , whether it is his master, his family, his property or the herd. It becomes fierce in the presence of an intruder, whether it is a thief or a predator. Apart from that, the Spanish Mastiff is very affectionate , intelligent , calm , full of nobility and self-confidence.

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Education

The education of the Spanish Mastiff does not pose a particular problem if it is undertaken early enough. Positive reinforcement and quality socialization make it possible to make it an exceptionally reliable life and work partner. Bad behavior must be corrected during his youth, otherwise his large size and strength may be a problem.

Living conditions

the   Spanish Mastiff   is aimed at experienced teachers , who know how to educate and manage it from an early age. Rather than in an apartment, he will prefer to live in a house with a large garden .

Health

the   Spanish Mastiff is a rustic and resistant dog . Apart from dysplasias and stomach torsion / dilation problems present in most large dogs, there is no predisposition to any particular disease.

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

the   Spanish Mastiff requires regular maintenance .

It is recommended to brush the dog weekly to maintain the cleanliness and health of his coat and skin. Baths should not be frequent.

Its hair, ears, eyes and pads should be examined after each outing in the wild to detect and remove any debris or external parasites. His teeth need to be brushed frequently to remove tartar build-up and the proliferation of bacteria. Finally, if they do not wear out naturally, its claws need to be cut. If you are new to this, it is recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian or groomer.

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Food

The Spanish Mastiff needs a balanced diet , where both excess and deficiency should be avoided at all costs.

Physical activity

the   Spanish Mastiff   has a moderate need for exercise . In order not to put excessive strain on his joints, we prefer to book daily outings that are not exhausting . The ideal duration of the walk is between half an hour and an hour.

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