In fact, these massive dogs can range up to 36 inches tall. There is no weight given in the standard, and they can weigh anywhere from pound for males and pounds for females. He set the record in November , when he was eight years old. He was 37 inches high at the shoulder, 8 feet 3 inches long from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail, and he weighed pounds. They can play naturally, but exercise such as long walks, jumping over hurdles, or other stressful activities should be avoided until about to months of age.
Mastiffs are intelligent and want to please their people, but they can also be quite stubborn. If they are scared, confused, or their sensitive feelings are hurt, even by harsh words, it can be impossible to get them to do anything. Keep your training sessions short, frequent, and fun, so your dog sees it as a game, and you will find success.
They are wonderful at simply being a member of the family, but also make good watchdogs and therapy dogs. If you train them and keep them in proper physical condition, they can also succeed at carting , tracking , conformation , obedience, and search and rescue. Do you love the Mastiff?
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Female: 28 in. Features: Droopy eyes, floppy ears naturally. Bred For: Guardian. Coat: Length : Short. One of the signature attributes of this breed is the distinct black mask that encompasses their short muzzle and facial area. Their foreheads are heavily wrinkled, adding to their kind, gentle facial expression that belies their gargantuan size.
This breed has a double coat consisting of a coarse and straight overcoat and a dense and short undercoat that lays flat and close to the skin.
English Mastiffs are considered average shedders, meaning they actively shed about twice per year typically in the spring and fall. Regular brushing will help manage their rate of shedding.
Some dogs have a small patch of white on their chests. However, the American Kennel Club considers excessive white on the coat, particularly areas other than the chest, to be a fault under breed standards primarily for dog show purposes.
The English Mastiff has a naturally athletic stance when standing still or at attention. As is typical of large dogs, English Mastiffs have shorter life spans than smaller breeds. The average life span or expectancy is 6 to 10 years although it is not uncommon for a particularly well-bred and cared-for dog to live 12 or 13 years. As you would expect from a dog this size, English Mastiffs produce enormous litters consisting of 10 to 12 puppies. One particular Mastiff in England gave birth to an incredible 24 puppies in , 20 of which survived the first week.
The typical gestation period of this breed is about 64 days in length. Despite their imposing physical presence, this is a highly sensitive and gentle breed and their temperament, particularly around people, is reflective of their social upbringing and training.
English Mastiffs have an instinctual wariness of strangers, which undoubtedly made them natural-born guard dogs throughout their history. With proper training from a puppy stage, an English Mastiff can be acclimated to different people and maintain their calm demeanor even in the presence of strangers.
Socialization is a critical component of training this breed. It is in their nature for English Mastiffs to be protective of their human family members, and they will often follow them from room to room to ensure their well-being. While not overly affectionate and attention-seeking this breed is at its best when in the presence of a firm but loving human presence. The English Mastiff is considered an intelligent dog and takes training well provided that it is done in a firm but nurturing manner.
They are naturally protective of those with whom they form a social or family bond, and when shown which persons are to be trusted, can quickly and ably discern between a friend and a threat. Along the same vein, this breed is instinctually gentle with babies and children, although caution should be exercised simply due to their sheer size and mass. It is also worth noting that English Mastiffs seek to please their owners and are therefore highly responsive to positive reinforcement, encouragement, and small rewards.
They also have great memories so they will retain as adults what they learned and were taught when they were puppies which is why training at the earliest possible age is critical to their overall development. Pro-tip: Does your Mastiff have issues with anxiety, destructive chewing, aggressiveness, jumping up, barking or fearfulness?
Brain Training For Dogs is an excellent online training course that addresses these behavioral issues as well as dog training basics. English Mastiffs are shy and highly protective by nature, and these instincts need to be subdued or suppressed by training from an early age.
Sir Peers Legh, in , got wounded in the Battle of Agincourt. During this battle, his Mastiff stood the ground bravely and protected him for several hours whilst the battle was ongoing.
Some of the other well known aristocratic seats where Mastiffs were kept are Elvaston Castle Charles Stanhope, 4th Earl of Harrington and his ancestors and Chatsworth House. Mastiffs have also featured at Hadzor Hall, which was owned by members of the Galton family, as well as renowned industrialists and scientists, such as Charles Darwin.
There is also evidence to suggest that Mastiffs first came to USA on the Mayflower, however, their subsequent documented entry to USA suggest that they did not arrive in the country until the late 19th century. Dogs have an established history of being used in warfare, starting during the ancient times.
They have adopted and evolved in various roles such as combat trained, scouts service providers, sentries and trackers. They have fulfilled multiple roles and still continue to play a key role in modern military usage.
The Romans particularly found the mastiff to be very intriguing, and during their most powerful times during the Roman Empire, they afforded the mastiff with a lot of respect primarily due to its role as a war-dog and fighting dog. These dogs were left to fight for themselves and their meals during their long and multiple expeditions. There was no animal cruelty or safety laws back then.
In fact, it was quite the opposite, as the dogs were left to fight the lions in arenas for pleasure and entertainment. Regardless, the Romans have always glorified the mastiffs in their history records. Some of the roman officers also honored themselves by owning mastiffs.
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