| Bullmastiff |
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The Bull Mastiff is a powerful dog, said
to be a cross between the English Mastiff
and the Bulldog. Originally bred to find
and immobilise poachers, the breed has
proved its value as a family pet.
to be a cross between the English Mastiff
and the Bulldog. Originally bred to find
and immobilise poachers, the breed has
proved its value as a family pet.
25-27 inches
Very High
Very High
8-10 Years
Short, smooth, dense
Very High
Great Britain
Brindle, fawn or red, white markings
High
Loyal, fearless, loving
90-130 pounds
High
Appearance
Bullmastiff's are to be 25 to 27 inches at the withers, and 110 to 130 pounds.
Females are to be 24 to 26 inches at the withers, and 100 to 120 pounds. Any shade
of brindle, fawn, or red is allowed . A black muzzle is essential, toning off towards the
eyes, with dark markings around eyes contributing to the expression.
Temperament
The Bullmastiff is courageous, loyal, calm, and loving with those it knows. It has a
very strong protective instinct and will defend its owners against anything it perceives
as a threat. However, it does not normally attack to protect. Instead, it simply knocks
the intruder over with its massive size and pins them to the ground, or, will simply
stand in front of the stranger/intruder and refuse to let them pass. Parental
supervision should be maintained when they are with children because these dogs
are so big that they may accidentally knock smaller children down.
History
Bred to sneak up on poachers, the Bull mastiff barks much less often than other
breeds, but when they bark they will make your head turn, as it is dark and hollow
sounding. The Bullmastiff was recognized as a pure-bred dog in 1924 by the English
Kennel Club. In October, 1933, The American Kennel Club recognized the Bullmastiff.
Bullmastiff's are to be 25 to 27 inches at the withers, and 110 to 130 pounds.
Females are to be 24 to 26 inches at the withers, and 100 to 120 pounds. Any shade
of brindle, fawn, or red is allowed . A black muzzle is essential, toning off towards the
eyes, with dark markings around eyes contributing to the expression.
Temperament
The Bullmastiff is courageous, loyal, calm, and loving with those it knows. It has a
very strong protective instinct and will defend its owners against anything it perceives
as a threat. However, it does not normally attack to protect. Instead, it simply knocks
the intruder over with its massive size and pins them to the ground, or, will simply
stand in front of the stranger/intruder and refuse to let them pass. Parental
supervision should be maintained when they are with children because these dogs
are so big that they may accidentally knock smaller children down.
History
Bred to sneak up on poachers, the Bull mastiff barks much less often than other
breeds, but when they bark they will make your head turn, as it is dark and hollow
sounding. The Bullmastiff was recognized as a pure-bred dog in 1924 by the English
Kennel Club. In October, 1933, The American Kennel Club recognized the Bullmastiff.
