People love to be parents
of furry pets and search for the right one based on their looks and attributes.
German shepherd, French bulldog, Retriever, Poodles, Husky, Pomeranian,
Havanese, Dalmatian, and Mastiff breeds are popular among US citizens and have
distinct appearance and personality traits. One thing in common is that they
are affectionate, protective, and friendly.
Mastiff - As A Dog Breed
Origin And Nature
Mastiff puppies of English
and South African breeds are available in the USA. They are heavy and
oversized, with massive bodies, broad skulls, and square-shaped heads. They are
loving, calm, and good-natured animals. The South African mastiff puppies, also known as atomic Boerboels, are
large family guard dogs that go well with older kids. Many believe these
Boerboels are the colonial crossbreed of mastiffs and bulldogs. Both act as
guard dogs on remote farms and estates or for big hunting. They are protective
of their master's family and belongings, suspicious of strangers, and bark when
unknown visitors come.
Physical Traits
The mastiff dog has an
average height of 24 to 28 inches and weighs around 50 to 70 kilograms. It has
small, dark hazel, droopy eyes and floppy ears that make them cute. Though it
is powerful and muscular, it is laid back. It has a shorter life span of 8 to
10 years compared to other breeds. The South
African mastiff puppies have straight dense coats of fawn, apricot, and
brindle colors, requiring less grooming. Black masks may or may not be worn by
them.
Training Needs And Care
Though mastiff puppies are
intelligent and playful, they need moderation through socialization and
obedience training. Constant exposure to new people, places, and situations
help them handle them better. Their owners must introduce them to their guests
to make them feel comfortable. An assertive trainer can reduce their dominance
by setting boundaries with positive reinforcement. A fitness freak guardian can
help make mastiff exercise. Nutritious and sufficient food and regular
30-minute exercise are necessary for massive mastiffs. The caretakers should
cut the nails of South African mastiff
puppies biweekly and clean their teeth with a brush and their ears as per
the veterinarian's recommendations.
Conclusion
Mastiffs are similar to
lions in dog breeds; they show tremendous courage when threatened and
aggressive toward strangers. This characteristic makes them popular as guardian
dogs. The physical strength of the mastiffs matches their devotion to their
homes and families. The mastiffs need sufficient space (for example, a house
with a backyard, farm, etc.) for their physical exercise and accommodation.
They also require physical and mental stimulation to avoid anxiety, boredom,
and destructive behavior.
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