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English Mastiffs: English Mastiffs are massive dogs. English Mastiffs have a large, heavy square heads. Their muzzles are about half the length of their heads. Their medium-sized brown to dark hazel eyes are set wide apart with a black mask around them. Their noses are dark in color. Their small ears are V-shaped and in proportion with their heads and are dark in color. Their teeth should meet in a scissors bite, but sometimes they have a slight underbite. Their tails are high-set with a wide base, tapering to a point reaching the hocks. Coat colors include golden fawn, light fawn, apricot, silver, andr brindle.

English Mastiffs are very massive, powerful, muscular dogs. They are often called "gentle giants." A natural guard dog, they rarely bark, but it is in their nature to defend their territory and their family, and they are more of silent guards rather than barkers. When an intruder is caught they are more likely to hold them at bay, either by trapping them in a corner or laying on top of them rather than an all out attack. You do not need to train them to be protective. No matter how friendly they are, if they sense danger they will naturally guard on their own unless the owners are there to tell them otherwise. Self-confident and watchful, they are patient and considered excellent with children. Intelligent, calm, even-tempered and docile. English Mastiffs are very large and heavy. They respond well to firm, but gentle, patient training. They love to please and need a lot of human affection. Socialize them well to prevent them from becoming aloof with strangers. Owners need to be gentle, calm, consistent, and confident. If socialized properly, they will get along well with other dogs.

English Mastiffs originated in Britain. A very old breed, they was depicted in Egyptian monuments as early as 3000 BC. English Mastiffs fought alongside the British soldiers in 55 BC. English Mastiffs became popular with the peasants in England where they was used as bodyguards, protectors from wolves and other dangerous predators, and as companion dogs. It is believed that English Mastiffs came to America on the Mayflower. Later more were imported. Like most breeds by the end of World War II, English Mastiffs were almost extinct in England. English Mastiffs were imported from the USA and Canada and are once again well established in England. Some of the English Mastiffs talents include: watchdog, guarding, police work, military work, and search and rescue.

The English Mastiff Size:
Height: 25-33 inches
Weight:  160-200+ lbs



















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