Bred by English gamekeepers in the 1800s to assist English wardens or gamekeepers guard estates.. Gameskeepers needed a dog that could track quietly, cover short distances quickly and pin and hold poachers without mauling them. The foundation breeding was 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog; breeders were hoping to create a dog quicker and more assertive than the Mastiff, yet bigger than and not as ferocious as the Bulldog. Although hefty, the breed remains both agile and active and is successful in conformation, obedience, agility, tracking, carting and therapy work. The Bullmastiff's coat may be red, fawn or brindle. They are natural guardians of the home, but do not bark much, as silence was a virtue when guarding estates. Bullmastiffs are free thinkers and may not respond to traditional obedience training. The Bullmastiff does not require much exercise or grooming, and can live happily in a house or apartment house. The head has wrinkled skin on the surface and is wide in size, though short. The square shape contains a muzzle that's about one third of the entire head's size with a dark coloring. With a black nose and larger nostrils, the Bullmastiff is punctuated by piercing hazel eyes that have a focused and intelligent appearance. The ears of the Bullmastiff are set broad on the head and are dark in color and have a v shape. The abridged back portion of this breed is straight and is on the same level as the loin and the withers of the dog. The tail is set high and tapers, reaching to the backs of the legs. Bullmastiff puppies long for notice and get along well with other pets if they are raised with them and socialized early in life. Bullmastiffs tolerate being left alone well, and may fit quite well into a family where both everyone is out of the house during the day. Of course, as a puppy, they will have need of someone coming home during the afternoon. If not handled well, and trained early in life, they may act forceful with strangers and strange dogs. They also get along well with children, but their size can be a problem for toddlers. Bullmastiffs, once emotionally involved to you and your family, become some of the most dedicated, best friend you can have in a dog. They protect you ferociously with their life.
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A brief Summary about the Bullmastiff
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