Bordeaux mastiff (Dogue de Bordeaux, French Mastiff, Bordeaux Bulldog)

Bordeaux mastiff

Bordeaux mastiff (French Dogue de Bordeaux, English. French Mastiff, Bordeaux Bulldog), breed of dogs mastiff similar groups. Other names - french mastiff, bordeaux bulldog. In France, the breed has been known for several centuries and is known as a formidable guard. Its origin is from the high and powerful ancient Molosser dogs that participated in the battles in ancient Greece, and Rome fought with gladiators. On French territory were brought to the Roman legions.



In the Middle Ages, these dogs were herders of cattle, used to protect castles and farms, to hunt wild boar, bear and wolf. Involved in dogfights and bull-baiting. During the period of British rule in Bordeaux interbred with the English Mastiff, and possibly with English bulldogs, which formed the modern mastiff bordeaux. After the French Revolution have survived in small numbers only in the region of Bordeaux. Official recognition of the name of the breed was in 1861.

Bordeaux mastiff - very strong, harmoniously built dog. Height at withers 59-69 cm, weight 38-46 kg, males up to 50 kg. Housing is well balanced, well muscled. The head is huge, massive, with numerous folds. The transition from forehead to muzzle the short pronounced. Jaws strong, thick. The neck is powerful, free folds. Hanging ears. Tail at the base of a massive, in the quiescent state is lowered and reaches the hock. Legs are straight, muscular legs with compact. On the muzzle should be black or brown mask from the color of which depends on pigmentation of the nose and eyes (dark brown or a mask - bright). Color solid, warm colors: yellow, mahogany, golden or black-speckled, allowed small white spot on chest and feet. Coat a thin, short, soft.

Bordeaux mastiff puppies

Requires proper training and strict discipline from an early age, as typical of the breed aggression. In experienced hands, it becomes a great companion and gets along well with children.