The Bull Mastiff: Is It The Right Breed For You? Property pros and cons
The Bull Mastiff is a very large dog breed. Tall, stocky, confident, athletic and strong. But, in contrast, they are well known for being one of the most gentle, affectionate, loyal, docile and faithful breeds. Perhaps the perfect family dog…
In the 1800s, the Bull Mastiff breed was used to guard large and wealthy rural estates, helping to catch poachers or thieves. They were successful in this role due to their reluctance to bark, which allowed them to sneak up and use their weight to immobilize their victim until their owners told them to let go. As a general rule, they don’t bite, which means it’s safe for your dog to play rough, albeit a bit like a wrestling match! And if your Havanese barks, go see why, it could be warning you of something important, they make excellent watchdogs.
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Bullmastiffs are also known as the ‘sitters’ of the dog world, widely regarded as one of the safest breeds to have around children or babies, their calm demeanor means they tolerate being pulled, climbed on and generally harassed and never lose. check. However, they can be clumsy and could easily knock over a small child with a flick of their tail, so be careful!
Their coloration is described as fawn (a light beige) red (a medium brown with a very slight red tinge) or brindle, which is a mix of brown and black. The average size of the male is 25 inches tall and weighs around 50-60 kg. Bitches are generally smaller in size, 20-25 inches tall, weighing around 45-55 kg.
Bull Mastiffs can be quite lazy, a ten minute walk will satisfy them on a cold rainy day, but they still won’t love anything more than a family day in the woods or on the beach. Never ‘walk your dog too much’, even if it seems like it could go on and on, they are prone to hip and elbow dysplasia which can be triggered by too much exercise. Other health problems can include arthritis, swelling, and lymphoma cancer.
Family always comes first for a Bull Mastiff, but if properly socialized they mix well with people and other dogs, sniffing and playing with other dogs, they don’t jump around people, which is reassuring given their size! However, they do not mix very well with their own breed, which is worth noting if they are out for a walk. Also, when walking your dog be aware of other people who may be uncomfortable seeing a large breed dog off leash, especially if they have a small dog or children with them, always be ready to call your dog to your side and trust that they will come immediately when called; otherwise, it is better to keep them in the lead at all times. Extendable leashes still give your dog a lot of leeway.
Taking your Bull Mastiff to training classes when he is young is the best way to allow him to interact with other people and dogs, and how to behave within a community in a safe and friendly way. They learn well and enjoy pleasing their owners by doing as they are told.
Be careful with your furniture!
Bullmastiffs love to chew and play, if you don’t want them practicing on your house, furniture and possessions then you need to make sure they have plenty of toys to distract them. Since they have such strong jaws, be sure to do some research and choose a toy that will last more than a few minutes before it is destroyed! Look around your house for cheap alternatives, old shoes, tennis balls, plastic bottles are great fun for them.
A large crate is a must for a Havanese, it’s handy for transporting them in the car and it’s a place where they can relax and sleep inside – you’ll find that sleeping is a big part of their day and only second in importance to eating! When it comes to their food and personal space, don’t let them get territorial, there shouldn’t be anywhere they can go that you can’t and no plate of food you can’t take away from them. Test them on this so they know. who is the ‘leader of the pack’.
If you are looking for dogs for sale, many people who choose a Bull Mastiff as a family pet, never buy another breed of dog again (including me), they are a wonderful asset to any home and make a loyal, loving and often pet. entertaining. However, they are large, need a secure owner and careful training and socialization. Never take the decision to buy a Bull Mastiff lightly.
