🐕 Mastiff (Old English Mastiff, Dogue Anglais)
The Mastiff, also known as the Dogue Anglais or Old English Mastiff, is an ancient breed that dates back over 2,500 years. These dogs were used in Roman battles against elephants and other fierce animals due to their exceptional strength. Although imposing, the Mastiff is a loving and calm companion for its family.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Mastiff (Old English Mastiff, Dogue Anglais)
- Origin: England (and more broadly in ancient European civilizations)
- Type: Guard dog, companion dog
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 70-110 kg
- Female: 60-90 kg
- Height:
- Male: 70-82 cm
- Female: 66-80 cm
- Life expectancy: 10-11 years
- Exercise needs: 45 minutes to 1 hour per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (needs space, better suited for a house with a garden)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (very affectionate, good companion for families)
- Other animals: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (may not get along with some animals)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (reserved with foreigners)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (not suitable for apartment living due to its size)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (requires moderate maintenance)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (relatively high due to its size)
- Care frequency:
- Brushing: Weekly, to remove dead hair.
- Specific care: Regular inspection of skin folds to prevent infections.
- Exercise: Needs outdoor space to move around.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 1000-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 1850-1950 €
🏡 Important note
The Mastiff is a large dog, but it is actually calm and affectionate with its family. However, due to its size, it is not suitable for apartment living and prefers a large garden or outdoor space where it can move freely. It generally does not enjoy traveling and prefers the tranquility of its home. It is an excellent guard dog, protective of its family and calm, but it requires special attention for its care and exercise needs. 🌟
