Mastiff

Ease of Training
Shedding
Watchdog
Guard Dog
Popularity
Size

History

• He originated in England
• He was bred as a guard dog
• He is also known as the Old English Mastiff or English Mastiff

Personality and Behavior

• He's a massive and powerful dog
• He's gentle, good natured, loyal and friendly
• He's dignified and courageous
• He loves to be around his family
• He bonds very closely with you
• He has a mind of his own and can be quite stubborn
• He's affectionate and will show it by leaning, lying, or sitting on you
• His imposing look makes him an excellent guard dog
• He's great with children
• He gets along well with other dogs
• He drools and slobbers a lot!
• He snores loudly

Training

• He's one of the most difficult breeds to train. You will need lots of patience as he is one of the slowest to learn obedience commands.

Shedding

• He sheds quite a bit of hair. You'll find some hair stuck to your clothes, couch and carpets.

Grooming / Maintenance

• His short coat only needs to be brushed occasionally. However, because it sheds you may find yourself brushing it once a week, or more, to minimize the hair in your home (what you remove with a brush doesn't end up on the couch!).

Other varieties

• NA

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