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01-31-2007, 05:03 AM
Origins: The Bullmastiff came about through crossings between the bulldog and the Old English Mastiff. The dog was used as a very effective guard dog and gameskeeper's dog - in fact, it was often known as 'the gamekeeper's dog'. A strong animal, but highly amenable to training and correct handling, the Bullmastiff was officially recognized as a breed in 1924, although it had been in existence well before that date.
Appearance: A powerful and symmetrical dog with a smooth coat. The head has a square skull and a deep strong muzzle. the skin on the head becomes wrinkled when the dog is aroused. The eyes are hazel or darker in colour and of medium size. Ears are V-shaped and folded, and help to accentuate the impression of squareness to the skull. The neck is very muscular and almost as wide as the skull. The body is short with a broad chest and a straight back and carried on moderate length, powerful legs. The tail is long and tapering.
Coat: Short hard and lying flat to the body. Colours may be any shade of brindle, fawn or red.
Size: Height: Dog 25-27 inch Bitch 24-26 inch
Weight: Dog 110-130lb Bitch 90-110lb
Characteristics and Temperament: A powerful purposeful dog with an independent nature, the Bullmastiff is not recommended for the novice dog owner. It is reliable, faithful and affectionate, however, and makes an excellent guard dog. The Bullmastiff can also cover the ground with remarkable speed and agility for a dog of such commanding size and build.
Just thought I would give a post about this breed as it was a breed I would of like to own. They are fantastic and I have a few friends who own them who say they are wonderful. This is from my dog breed book hope it makes for intresting read.:)
Appearance: A powerful and symmetrical dog with a smooth coat. The head has a square skull and a deep strong muzzle. the skin on the head becomes wrinkled when the dog is aroused. The eyes are hazel or darker in colour and of medium size. Ears are V-shaped and folded, and help to accentuate the impression of squareness to the skull. The neck is very muscular and almost as wide as the skull. The body is short with a broad chest and a straight back and carried on moderate length, powerful legs. The tail is long and tapering.
Coat: Short hard and lying flat to the body. Colours may be any shade of brindle, fawn or red.
Size: Height: Dog 25-27 inch Bitch 24-26 inch
Weight: Dog 110-130lb Bitch 90-110lb
Characteristics and Temperament: A powerful purposeful dog with an independent nature, the Bullmastiff is not recommended for the novice dog owner. It is reliable, faithful and affectionate, however, and makes an excellent guard dog. The Bullmastiff can also cover the ground with remarkable speed and agility for a dog of such commanding size and build.
Just thought I would give a post about this breed as it was a breed I would of like to own. They are fantastic and I have a few friends who own them who say they are wonderful. This is from my dog breed book hope it makes for intresting read.:)