The Mastiff is a large powerful dog, both in height and girth. His body long and deep throughout. Heavily boned, he should be balanced and free from exaggeration.His head is broad and sqare, his foreface short broad and blunt. The mask and small ears must be black.
Characteristics
Wilst possessed of size and substance, it is the unique presence and "Grandeur" that is the hallmark pf the breed. A Mastiff is a proud dog; his home is his castle. Yet he is steadfast in his loyalty and his courage.
Color : silver fawn, fawn, apricot fawn, dark fawn brindle with muzzle, nose and ears black with black around the orbits.
Temperament
His courage never exceeds his temper and in his loyalty he equals the kindness of any. He is not given to roaming or excitability.His dicility is perfect. However, il a stranger approaches he is wary. he will make his presence felt and determine acceptability.
History
The name Mastiff derives from the Anglo-Saxon word "masty" meaning stout or powerful. It was first recorded in a Court role in 1251. Altough the dogs of today are not perhaps in the same form as they were then, the breed still retains the courage and guarding instincts so prized in his ancestors.
Origin
When the Romans invaded England they met the British fighting dogs.
Utilization
Home and guard dog.
Classification
Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossians and Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs
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