Bullmastiff
This nearly square breed should be powerful and active — a
combination of strength, endurance and alertness. It should appear to be 60
percent mastiff and 40 percent bulldog. Its gait is smooth and powerful, but
its angulation is moderate. Its coat is short and dense, and its expression
keen and alert. These attributes allowed the bullmastiff to both overtake and
over-power intruders.
The bullmastiff is gentle and quiet, a devoted companion and guardian. It is not easily roused, but once threatened it is fearless. It is stubborn and cannot easily be goaded into action against its will. Some can be aggressive toward strange dogs, but it is generally good with other household dogs and pets. It is good with children, but it may not be playful enough to satisfy some children. The bullmastiff needs a firm but loving home. It is not for fragile or timid owners.
The bullmastiff is gentle and quiet, a devoted companion and guardian. It is not easily roused, but once threatened it is fearless. It is stubborn and cannot easily be goaded into action against its will. Some can be aggressive toward strange dogs, but it is generally good with other household dogs and pets. It is good with children, but it may not be playful enough to satisfy some children. The bullmastiff needs a firm but loving home. It is not for fragile or timid owners.
AKC RANKING:
48
FAMILY:
livestock dog, mastiff (bulldog)
AREA OF ORIGIN:
England
DATE OF ORIGIN:
1800s
ORIGINAL FUNCTION:
estate guardian
TODAY'S FUNCTION:
companion
AVERAGE SIZE OF MALE:
Height: 25-27 Weight: 110-130
AVERAGE SIZE OF FEMALE:
Height: 24-26 Weight: 100-120
OTHER NAME:
none
