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| Weight |
100-130 lbs |
| Height |
24" to 27" |
| Colors |
Fawn, red or brindle. |
| Coat |
Short, dense and slightly rough. |
| Origin |
Originating in England, the Bullmastiff
is a cross between Bulldogs and Mastiffs. He was bread to protect large
game on estates where poachers were prevalent. Their job was to track
and pin poachers until the gamekeepers came. He is now used primarily
as a companion dog. |
| Description |
This intelligent, strong willed
dog requires early training and socialization. They can make good family
pets. They are great guarddogs and protective of their home and family.
They can be good with children, but early socialization is imperative
and they do best with older, well behaved children. They are a large dog
and are not always appropriate for young children. It is noted that you
should not leave small children unattended with Bullmastiffs. They tend
to be aggressive towards other animals, especially dogs and are considered
to be a "one pet household" dog. They are really more of an
indoor dog and don't require a huge amount of exercise. A short amount
of time and play outdoors each day will keep them happy. Because of their
size, they are not considered good apartment or small house dogs. If they
are outdoors, they should remain on a leash or in a fenced in yard and
should never be allowed to roam freely. |
| Health |
Problems with hip dysplasia, bloat,
boils, entropian, tumors, and eyelid problems. |
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