Mastiff Dog

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Mastiff Dog
By Cindy- Lovabledogs.info

Mastiff Dog 

The Mastiff is a dignified and loyal breed, with bags of courage. This as a pleasant nature, and high amount of intelligence. The gigantic proportions of this breed make the Mastiff an effective deterrent and watchdog. Many Mastiffs are gentle giants, and have an even temper and docile nature. However, there can be aggression in some lines, and timidity in others. Early socialization is important with this breed in order to promote stability and confidence. These require effective training, and although not difficult to train they do require a confident and assertive owner. The Mastiff and are best suited to those with experience of ownership. This is not a breed for those with little time for a dog, as these thrive on companionship and affection from their families. The Mastiff is not an overly active dog, but he does need a moderate amount of exercise in order to keep him fit and healthy. Although these do not bark much, he is too large for apartment living, and does need somewhere secure and safe to exercise and enjoy activities, as well as regular walks. The Mastiff gets along well with children that he has been brought up with, and many will get along fine with other dogs. Although some can be dominant, many will also be friendly and welcoming toward strangers. In the right environment, and with early socialization, these dogs make good family pets.
 

The Mastiff Dog
A weighty breed, the Mastiff, also known as the Old English Mastiff dog, is a pet for the experienced owner, as caring for a of this size can be quite a challenge. This strong, burly breed has a boxy head, short muzzle, and a dark mask over the nose and the eyes. It has small, dark eyes, short ears, an undershot bite, and a narrowing tail positioned high on its back.

Mastiff Skills
Ancestors of the Mastiff dog were used as battle dogs and arena gladiators, then as guardians, and hunters. Despite the abilities it was known for in the past, this breed has gained popularity as a housedog. Nevertheless, the Mastiff is still valued as a watchdog

and guardian, as it is able to assist in police and military work, search and rescue operations, and show its talent in weight pulling.

Mastiff Personality
Despite its domineering appearance, the Mastiff dog is calm and patient. The Mastiff is attentive, confident, and smart. The Mastiff is a loyal pet that is protective of its home and people, and it behaves well around children, though not an advisable companion to little kids for its size. The Mastiff breed must be treated kindly and dealt with tolerantly in training for it to respond nicely. Early socialization with other dogs is vital for decreasing its aggression towards them. Interaction with humans is also important, as the Mastiff is very eager to please.

The Mastiff Exercise Needs
Moderate daily walks would suffice for this breed, though a little game of fetch can keep it motivated from time to time. The Mastiff can be quite lazy, and it will need a little push from its owner for it to stay active and healthy.

The Mastiff Living Conditions
The Mastiff breed may be amenable to apartment life as long as it has moderate physical activity. The Mastiff is more suited to live in moderate to cool climates, and must live indoors with its owners to remain a dedicated defender of the home. Having access to even a small yard is also beneficial to this breed.

The Mastiff Grooming Requirements
The Mastiff dogs coat is easy to maintain, as it needs minimal brushing and polishing with towel cloth to keep it glossy. Give baths or use dry shampoo on it as needed.

The Mastiff Health Issues
The Mastiff breed has a tendency of bloating and even becoming obese, so it’s ideal to feed it three small meals stretched throughout the day, instead of just one large meal. It must also be exercised regularly to keep it from gaining too much weight. The Mastiff is also susceptible to hip and elbow dysplasia, ectropion, hyperplasia, and cardiomyopathy.

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