Weight: m 160-200+ lbs /
72.57-90.72+ kg, f 120-170 lbs / 54.43-77.11 kg
Life Expectancy: 8-12 yrs
Good with Kids? Yes
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Colors: fawn, apricot, silver fawn, dark fawn/apricot brindle, dark muzzle, ears and nose
Physical Traits: large, massive, powerful
Hair Type: outer coat moderately coarse, short and straight; undercoat short, dense and close lying
Nicknames: English Mastiff, Old English Mastiff,
Bred For: fight bears, bulls, lions, tigers and gladiators in Roman Arena; bear and bullbaiting, guarding
Personality / Temperament: sensitive, good-natured, dignified, easy-going, gentle, tender, courageous, docile, laid-back. some can be shy, vicious
Origination: Great Britain, progenitor of many other breeds, possibly from the Molossus and the Alaunt
Maintenance / Special Needs: needs space and balanced exercise, socialize early, overweight in puppies exacerbates illness, drools, may dig, sheds ~2x a year -brush regularly, protect from heat, large appetite, some are overly protective, train early as for any very large breed, susceptible to hip dysplasia, may become destructive if lonely, needs human companionship
Identifying Traits: N/A
Ideal For: family, country, companionship, guard dog, watch dog, city (with plenty of exercise) or country life, cooler climate
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