Name English Mastiff
Other names English Mastiff, Old English Mastiff
Origin United Kingdom
Breed Group Working (AKC:1885)Guardian Dog (UKC)
Size Giant
Type Purebred
Life span 10-12 years
Temperament AffectionateAlertCheerfulCourageousIntelligentLoyalProtective
Height Male: 30 inches (76 cm)Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Weight Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg)Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Colors ApricotBrindleFawn
Litter Size 3-5 puppies

The English Mastiff is a breed of extremely large dog perhaps descended from the ancient Alaunt and Pugnaces Britanniae, with a significant input from the Alpine Mastiff in the 19th century.

Breed Characteristics ( posts out of 5 )
Adaptability 5
Apartment Friendly 3
Barking Tendencies 2
Cat Friendly 5 stars
Child Friendly 5 Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers.
Dog Friendly 3
Exercise Needs 2
Health Issues 4
Hypoallergenic: No
Intelligence 3
Playfulness 2
Stranger Friendly 3
Trainability Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful.
Watchdog Ability - This dog will bark and alert its owners when an intruder is present. It exhibits very protective behavior, acts fearless toward any aggressor, and will do what it takes to guard and protect its family