info please on mastiffs

[Dobester]

doese any one know of the mastiff breed and can give me some info on them old english mastiffs to be exact not the american mastiff please

[Dobester]

any day know lol

[doglady]

I was looking around on the web earlier and this is all I could come up with.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/mastiff.htm

Also here is the site for Old English Mastiff Club
http://www.mastiffclub.com/

Sorry I couldn't find more. You can google it and come up with breeders, etc.

[rutylr]

Here again like with so many breeds there is no such thing as the American Mastiff.
The English Mastiff or as they are called here Mastiff is the same dog.Dogs of the same breed look different from their breeding not by where they come from.
http://mastiff.org/
Donna

[sheplovr]

Other Name:Mastino, Neo NEAPOLITAN MASTIFF

Height: Males: 25.5 - 30 inches, Females: 23.5 - 27 inches.
Weight: Males: 150 - 185 lbs., Females: 145. - 165 lbs.

Colors: Grey (also referred to as Blue), Black, Tawny and Mahogany - All colors may have brindle, white is acceptable on the tips of the toes and chest.
Coat: Short, hard and shiny.

Temperament:
With Children: Affectionate and protective with the their families children.
With Pets: Adult intact Neopolitan Mastiff males tend to not tolerate other adult intact males.

Watch-dog:High
Guard-dog: High

Care and Exercise:
Training: A solid base of obedience and socialization is mandatory for the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Learning Rate: Extremely fast learner.

Activity:Low stamina and endurance, prefers light exercise.
Living Environment: Prefers to be close to their family - whether that is out or in the house.

Health Issues:Cherry eye is common in the breed, must be removed not tacked down. A good diet is paramount for this fast growing large breed.

Life Span:10 years
Litter Size: 6 - 12

Country of Origin: Italy
History: Tracing its roots to the Molossian dogs before Christ, the Neapolitan Mastiff has a rich and intriguing history. Appearing to be a mix of a Lion, Gargoyle and Mollosser this breed is truly a work of fine Italian art. Brought back from near extinction after World War II by a dedicated group of breeders in Italy, this breed still continues to flourish in Italy and recently the United States.

First Registered by the AKC: 2001
AKC Group: Miscellaneous
Class:
Registries: AKC FSS, UKC, FCI

Other Name:Mastino, Neo

Height: Males: 25.5 - 30 inches, Females: 23.5 - 27 inches.
Weight: Males: 150 - 185 lbs., Females: 145. - 165 lbs.

Colors: Grey (also referred to as Blue), Black, Tawny and Mahogany - All colors may have brindle, white is acceptable on the tips of the toes and chest.
Coat: Short, hard and shiny.

Temperament:
With Children: Affectionate and protective with the their families children.
With Pets: Adult intact Neopolitan Mastiff males tend to not tolerate other adult intact males.

Watch-dog:High
Guard-dog: High

Care and Exercise:
Training: A solid base of obedience and socialization is mandatory for the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Learning Rate: Extremely fast learner.

Activity:Low stamina and endurance, prefers light exercise.
Living Environment: Prefers to be close to their family - whether that is out or in the house.

Health Issues:Cherry eye is common in the breed, must be removed not tacked down. A good diet is paramount for this fast growing large breed.

Life Span:10 years
Litter Size: 6 - 12

Country of Origin: Italy
History: Tracing its roots to the Molossian dogs before Christ, the Neapolitan Mastiff has a rich and intriguing history. Appearing to be a mix of a Lion, Gargoyle and Mollosser this breed is truly a work of fine Italian art. Brought back from near extinction after World War II by a dedicated group of breeders in Italy, this breed still continues to flourish in Italy and recently the United States.

First Registered by the AKC: 2001
AKC Group: Miscellaneous
Class:
Registries: AKC FSS, UKC, FCI

Other Name:Mastino, Neo

Height: Males: 25.5 - 30 inches, Females: 23.5 - 27 inches.
Weight: Males: 150 - 185 lbs., Females: 145. - 165 lbs.

Colors: Grey (also referred to as Blue), Black, Tawny and Mahogany - All colors may have brindle, white is acceptable on the tips of the toes and chest.
Coat: Short, hard and shiny.

Temperament:
With Children: Affectionate and protective with the their families children.
With Pets: Adult intact Neopolitan Mastiff males tend to not tolerate other adult intact males.

Watch-dog:High
Guard-dog: High

Care and Exercise:
Training: A solid base of obedience and socialization is mandatory for the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Learning Rate: Extremely fast learner.

Activity:Low stamina and endurance, prefers light exercise.
Living Environment: Prefers to be close to their family - whether that is out or in the house.

Health Issues:Cherry eye is common in the breed, must be removed not tacked down. A good diet is paramount for this fast growing large breed.

Life Span:10 years
Litter Size: 6 - 12

Country of Origin: Italy
History: Tracing its roots to the Molossian dogs before Christ, the Neapolitan Mastiff has a rich and intriguing history. Appearing to be a mix of a Lion, Gargoyle and Mollosser this breed is truly a work of fine Italian art. Brought back from near extinction after World War II by a dedicated group of breeders in Italy, this breed still continues to flourish in Italy and recently the United States.

First Registered by the AKC: 2001
AKC Group: Miscellaneous
Class:
Registries: AKC FSS, UKC, FCI
There is also the Tibetan Masstif in the Guardian Group
Weight 140 to 200 lb.s Native of Tibet, For many centuries, the loyal, fearless dog known as the Tibetan Mastiff has guarded Tibetan Monasteries and protected livestock, villages and caravans in it's native Tibet. It is believed that this large, heavy guard dog with the massive head originated in China around 1000 BC. This breed is considered to be one of the ancestors of the Newfoundland, the Great Pyrenees, the Dogue de Bordeaux, the Great Dane and several others. Tibetan Mastiffs have gained popularity throughout the world over the past century, and are loving, gentle and protective with family and guests who have been properly introduced to them. With proper obedience training, the Tibetan Mastiff makes an excellent family pet. They require plenty of exercise, a large, fenced yard, regular brushing, and plenty of hugs to keep them happy and healthy.
For many centuries, the loyal, fearless dog known as the Tibetan Mastiff has guarded Tibetan Monasteries and protected livestock, villages and caravans in it's native Tibet. It is believed that this large, heavy guard dog with the massive head originated in China around 1000 BC. This breed is considered to be one of the ancestors of the Newfoundland, the Great Pyrenees, the Dogue de Bordeaux, the Great Dane and several others. Tibetan Mastiffs have gained popularity throughout the world over the past century, and are loving, gentle and protective with family and guests who have been properly introduced to them. With proper obedience training, the Tibetan Mastiff makes an excellent family pet. They require plenty of exercise, a large, fenced yard, regular brushing, and plenty of hugs to keep them happy and healthy.
For many centuries, the loyal, fearless dog known as the Tibetan Mastiff has guarded Tibetan Monasteries and protected livestock, villages and caravans in it's native Tibet. It is believed that this large, heavy guard dog with the massive head originated in China around 1000 BC. This breed is considered to be one of the ancestors of the Newfoundland, the Great Pyrenees, the Dogue de Bordeaux, the Great Dane and several others. Tibetan Mastiffs have gained popularity throughout the world over the past century, and are loving, gentle and protective with family and guests who have been properly introduced to them. With proper obedience training, the Tibetan Mastiff makes an excellent family pet. They require plenty of exercise, a large, fenced yard, regular brushing, and plenty of hugs to keep them happy and healthy.
The American Mastiff photo you can see the smoother short coat compared to the Tibetan Mastiff. I have read several more types of Mastiffs, so If u plan on buying one or becoming a breeder do your homework, many different types of the breed of MASTIFFS.

[Dobester]

there is such thing as the american mastiff they are ckc reconized (contenental kennel club) there are even breeders out there that breed them.there not the same as the english mastiff. I guarente it.

[sheplovr]

http://www.mastiffclub.com/

http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/english_mastiffs

super dogs of gentle giants, life span short, huge dogs that really do nothing but love the family. So huge they are just loving dogs in a family of love. gentle, kind etc.

[Dobester]

they live 10 to 16 years well at least the american mastiffs do

[rutylr]

The Continental KC is a puppy mill registry.They will register any thing.
I being a Judge with standards to almost every breed have never Judged an American Mastiff.They are Mastiff's that someone changed the name to make money on.It's a scam.
Donna

[Dobester]

A scam i dont think so american mastiffs arent akc because they only been around for 20 years they cant get hip dysplacia and or dried mouthed and doese this site look like a scam it doesent to me httpwww.deepwoodmastiffs.com/