All About Mastiffs

Meet the Parents

Juno, the mother of the litter, my dog

Juno is three and half years old. We rescued her when she was around six months old. She is an English Mastiff (3/4) and Italian Mastiff (aka Cane Corso) (1/4) mix, showing a beautiful Apricot Brindle coat and black mask, very characteristic of English Mastiffs. Her normal weight is around 130 lbs. She is very playful, energetic for her age and protective of her humans. She can jump up onto surfaces over 3 1/2 feet high! She loves to sleep by my feet or on the floor next to the bed. She has been an excellent mother, nursing her huge litter and taking very good care of her pups. She can be a little guarded to new people getting near them, but with a few minutes of introductions from me, she happily lets people visit with the pups.

Boss, the father of the litter, a hired stud

Boss is an AKC Registered English Mastiff stud we hired from Rock Solid Mastiffs located in Hughson, CA. He sports a classic Fawn colored coat and tranditional black mask - a textbook example of a registered, show quality English Mastiff. He has fathered around a dozen litters of pups. Boss is a beast of a dog, weighing in at 190 lbs! His shoulders come up to my waist and he could easily put his front paws on my shoulders without much effort but would probably knock me down in the process! Don't fear though, with his owners present, he is the most gentle of giants, never barking or being aggressive towards us in any way the couple times we visited with him. This we Boss's first pairing with a non-fawn colored mastiff, so we were quite excited at the mix of colors in the litter.

Is an English Mastiff the right dog for your family?

Character and Temperment

The colossal Mastiff belongs to a canine clan as ancient as civilization itself. They are confident, dignified, and very gentle-natured. Full of courage and prodigious strength, the Mastiff is docile and dignified but also a formidable protector of those they hold dear. They rarely bark, but they are not fond of strangers and will defend their territory and family when necessary, making excellent guard dogs. The Mastiff is good with children, and gets along well with other dogs and household pets if properly socialized.

Size

The Mastiff has a shoulder height of 30+ inches and weighs 150-200+ lbs for males and 27+ inches and weighs 120-170+ lbs for females . It is the largest breed by weight. Mastiffs have a very large head with a short, wide muzzle, and ‘V’-shaped ears. They have a flat back, high-set, low hanging tail, and large, round feet.

Activitiy Needs

In spite of its large size, the adult Mastiff has only an average need for exercise. It enjoys walks or play in a large fenced-in yard. Puppy Mastiffs should not be over exercised—the Mastiff requires all of its energy to grow strong bones and put on weight.

Training

Mastiff training must be conducted in an atmosphere of mutual respect, with consistency and understanding. Obedience training at a young age is recommended. Mastiffs are happy to learn, but may refuse to perform tricks they consider pointless.

Care

As with all very large dogs, the Mastiff needs a soft place to lie down to avoid pressure marks. The Mastiff has a lifespan of 8-11 years. Common health problems for Mastiffs include hip and elbow dysplasia (malformed joints which can cause lameness or arthritis) and bloat, which can be prevented by placing the dog’s food dish on a raised surface, scheduled meals throughout the day, and avoiding exercise immediately after meals. Obesity is also a potential issue for Mastiffs; proper exercise and nutrition are critical. Mastiffs prefer life indoors and are not well suited to hot weather. The Mastiff tends to drool.

Coat

The Mastiff has a short-haired, fawn (light-yellow brown) coat, which ranges in color from white-silver to apricot to dark brindle. The Mastiff coat requires little attention; dead and loose hairs should be removed with a rubber brush when the Mastiff is shedding. All Mastiffs have a black mask, ears, and nose.

Does a Mastiff Sound Like Your Family's Newest Member?

Our Litter

Twelve mastiff pups were born on September 22nd, 2018. There are five apricot brindle pups (4 female and 1 male) and seven fawn-apricot pups (3 female and 4 male).

Pricing and Deposits

The pups are $1000 each. With a $250 non-refundable deposits being accepted now, uou can come visit the pups pick YOUR puppy today! Payments are accepted until the pups are eight weeks old or the final balance can be paid at time of pick up. Payment types accepted are cash, PayPal or Venmo.

Starting Out Right

Your puppy will be ready for his/her new family on Saturday, November 17, 2018. To get your house ready for it's newest member, he or she will come home with a travel bag including a walking leash, 2 collapsible bowls for food and water, doggie toy, poop bags and refillable holder, transitional puppy food, medical/shot records (vaccinations at 8 weeks and deworming at 2, 4, 6 and 8 weeks).