French Mastiff Breed

The massive and muscular Bordeaux beauty

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French Mastiff Breed Description

Life Expectancy
8-10 years
Learning Rate
High
Litter Size
6 to 8
Size
Large
Weight
Dogs: 110-145 pounds
Bitches: 99-120 pounds
Height
Dogs: 23-30 inches
Bitches: 22-27 inches
Country of Origin
France
Groups
AKC Working Dogs
FCI Group II.: Pinscher and Schnauzer- Molossoid Breeds - Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
TKC Working
Other Names
Dogue de Bordeaux, Bordeaux Bulldog,
French Mastiff

The Dogue de Bordeaux also called the French Mastiff is a short, stocky mastiff with a huge, heavy, broad, wrinkled head. It is a very powerful dog, with a very muscular body yet retaining a harmonious general outline. Stocky, athletic, imposing, it has a very dissuasive aspect.

French Mastiff dog

It makes an excellent family pet. It will bond to its family and feel separation is a form of punishment. The head is a very important feature when evaluating this breed. Top quality show males have a head circumference of 27-30 inches (68-75cm).

Temperament

French Mastiff dog

The Dogue de Bordeaux is calm, balanced and affectionate. Breeders have softened the temperament of this dog quite a bit from his original ferocity; today the Bordeaux has a good and calm temperament. This breed is extremely loyal, patient and devoted to its family.

It makes a first class watch and guard dog. Despite its fearsome appearance, the Dogue de Bordeaux is gentle with children and family members.

French Mastiff dog

This dog can be very aggressive with other dogs. Socialization at an early age is a must.

It is highly recommended that this dog become fully obedience trained, requires an experienced owner. It is highly intelligent and learns quickly although it can be quite stubborn. Once the Dogue de Bordeaux learns a command it rarely forgets it.

Colors

French Mastiff colors

Self-colored, in all shades of fawn, from Mahogany to Isabella (lightest fawn). A good pigmentation is required. Limited white patches are permissible on the chest and extremities of the limbs. It is available in three mask colors. 1. No mask or red mask 2. Brown mask 3. Black mask.

Coat

French Mastiff coat

Skin, thick and sufficiently loose fitting. The hair is fine, short and soft to the touch.

Health Issuess

Health Issues

It is not an easy dog to breed. Litters are generally small. Cesarean sections are often needed at birth because the puppies have extremely large heads. The dams are so broad chested that they often lie on their stomachs to nurse their pups, sometimes squashing them.

Breeders must watch out vigilantly for the pups or some will probably be lost. Females tend to be very protective of their puppies. Hip dysplasia can be an issue. To help prevent the chance of hip or elbow dysplasia developing make sure your dog is on a healthy, well proportioned diet, and avoid excessive running and jumping while still a puppy as this can be hard on the developing joints.  Be aware that due to their size they have an increased chance of bloat, leading to a twisted stomach, feed two or three small meals a day, instead of one large one. To minimize the risk of your French Mastiff developing any hereditary health issues, you should buy a Dogue de Bordeaux puppy from a reputable Dogue de Bordeaux breeder.

Living Environment

This is a low energy breed and will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised.

Living environment

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