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Bullmastiff
"These are our Bullmastiff puppies Izzy at 11 months and Sonny at 4 months. They look tough but are the sweetest things on earth! They love watching Ceasar Millan and eating just about anything!"
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Pronunciation |
Bullmastiff |
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Description
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The Bullmastiff is massive, very powerfully built, but is not
a cumbersome dog. The large, broad skull is wrinkled and the muzzle is broad, deep and usually darker in color. The forehead is flat and the stop is moderate. The black nose is wide and has large nostrils. The teeth meet in a level or undershot bite. The medium sized eyes are dark hazel. The V-shaped ears are set high and wide carried close to the cheeks giving a square appearance to the skull. The strong tail is set high, thicker at the root and tapering and is either straight or curved, and reaches to
the hocks. The back is short, straight and level
between the withers and the loin. The short, dense, slightly rough coat comes in brindle, fawn, or red, often
with black markings on the head.
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Temperament |
The Bullmastiff is a devoted, alert guard dog,
with a good-natured temperament. Docile and affectionate, but fearless if provoked. Although unlikely to
attack, it will catch an intruder, knock him down and hold him. At the same
time, it is tolerant of children. Intelligent, even-tempered, calm and loyal.
These dogs crave human leadership. The Bullmastiff is extremely powerful
and needs a firm master, who is confident and consistent with the rules set upon the dog. They should be thoroughly obedience trained,
and should be taught not to pull on the leash. When going in and out gateways or doorways the dog should allow the humans to enter and exit first out of pack respect, because in the dog's mind, the leader goes first. The dog must heel beside or behind the human. This is most important as not only do dogs have migration instincts and need to walk daily, but instinct tells a dog the pack leader goes first. Be sure to socialize extensively
with both people and other dogs at an early age. They can be okay with other
pets, depending on how well the owners communicate with the dog. The Bullmastiff is a more dominant
breed than the Mastiff. He tends to drool, slobber and snore. Puppies may seem
uncoordinated. These dogs are very sensitive to the tone of your voice and need someone to speak with an air of assertiveness, but not harshly. It is
not a difficult dog but does require a handler who can assert his authority. The
Bullmastiff should never be banished to a kennel. Meek or passive owners will find it hard to control this dog. It will appear willful, possibly aggressive
with other dogs and reserved with strangers if owners do not take the time to socialize, and know how to properly communicate what is expected in a meaningful manner.
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs 25-27 inches (63-69cm) Bitches 24-26
inches (61-66cm)
Weight: Dogs 110-133 pounds (50-60kg) Bitches 100-120 pounds (45-54kg) |
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Health Problems |
Prone to cancer, hip dysplasia, tumors, eyelid
problems, PRA and boils on the lips. Also prone to bloat. It is a good idea to feed them two or three small meals a day instead of
one large meal. Gains weight easily, do not over feed.
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Living Conditions |
Bullmastiffs will do okay in an apartment if it is
sufficiently exercised. It is relatively inactive indoors and a small yard will
do. They can not tolerate extremes of temperatures. |
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Exercise |
Bullmastiffs need to be taken on a daily walk to
fulfill their primal canine instinct to migrate. Those individuals who do not get this need met are more likely to have behavior issues. While out on the walk the dog must be made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as in a dog's mind the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. Teach them to enter and exit all door and gateways after the human. |
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Life Expectancy |
Under 10 years. |
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Litter Size |
4 - 13 puppies - Average 8
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Grooming |
The short-haired, slightly rough coat is easy to
groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and shampoo only when
necessary. There is little shedding with this breed. Check the feet regularly
because they carry a lot of weight, and trim the nails. |
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Origin |
The Bullmastiff was
obtained by crossing 60% Mastiffs
with 40% Bulldogs in the country of England. Mastiff Bulldog types
can be found in records as early back as 1795. In 1924 Bullmastiffs began to be
judged. Three generations of breeding of Bullmastiffs was required for
Bullmastiffs to be registered as purebreds. The Bullmastiff was used as a
gamekeeper's dog to track down, tackle and hold poachers. The dogs were fierce
and threatening, but were trained not to bite the intruders. When the need for
gamekeeper's dogs decreased, the dark brindle dogs so good for night camouflage
gave way in popularity to the lighter fawn coloration. It has been prized as a
hunting guard, as an aid in army and police work, and is used as a watchdog
by the Diamond Society of South Africa. Today's Bullmastiff is a reliable
family companion and guardian. It enjoys living with the family, with whom it
comforts itself well. |
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Group |
Mastiff, AKC Working |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI,
ACR, DRA |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Federation
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
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Bullmastiff puppies Izzy at 11 months and Sonny at 4 months.
Shirley, a Bullmastiff of Circle J Bullmastiffs. Shirley
is 1½ years old and 105 pounds.
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Mom and Son. Photo courtesy of Life Guards Bullmastiffs.
3 month old puppy. Photo courtesy of Life Guards Bullmastiffs.
Charlie, a 16 month old brindle Bullmastiff pup.
Bullmastiff Pictures 1
Bullmastiff Pictures 2
Bullmastiff Pictures 3
Bullmastiff Pictures 4
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