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Bullmastiff
The Bullmastiff name reveals its origin-- English gamekeepers of the mid-19th century needed canine assistance to capture dangerous, desperate animal poachers. No single breed possessed all of the necessary traits until a Bulldog/Mastiff cross created a pOverful, daring, speedy dog. Also called the "Gamekeeper's Night-Dog," these dogs would attack and pin poachers by iemploying stealth and a great sense of smell. The dogs later became watchdogs and guards.

Their short brown or brindle coats adapt to various climates. As pets, they possess calm personalities that crave human attention and activity.

IDEAL BREED CHARACTERISTICS

Size: Males 25 to 27 inches, Females 24 to 26 inches (at the withers).

Appearance: POverful, muscular body with level, driving motion.

Coat and Color: Short, thick, weather-resistant coat. Red, medium brown or brindle color with or without minimal white markings on the chest; dark muzzle and ears.

Head: Broad, flat, wrinkled skull with a wide, deep muzzle; medium-sized, dark eyes; wide, high, tapered, medium-sized ears.

Tail: Strong, high, tapered, straight or gently curved.