QUESTION: How do I know what my mastiff is crossed with? At 1 to 2 weeks he was four and a half pounds, at first I thought boxer but some of his litter mates have bluish eyes, one is bowlegged, American bulldog maybe?
Anonymous - 1/27/2012 10:53:24 PM
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QUESTION: I have a mastiff mix and i dont know how to take care of it - he's only 2 and he is big....I am only 11, and i dont know what kind of food he needs what grooming tools to use but my dad has some stuff and we need more things for him i just dont know help me please or just give me tips
Anonymous - 1/17/2012 3:38:30 PM
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I have a 3 month old bull mastiff and I am getting her use to the Blue Mountain Food. She was given Puppy chow with the breeder and I want to change to a better food. Grooming I just use a brush and I brush her often since she loves it. Get a lot of chew toys they love to chew. I go to a school for her and they tell me to get a very hard bone and put peanut butter in it. Also use a bongo toy and put treats in that...I wish you the best with your new dog. This is my first time too having a very large dog and Im learning too. Enjoy him and love him....
Anonymous - 1/30/2012 12:24:24 AM
Ask your vet. You definitely need a big bag of food. I would try blue buffalo or wellness. They are both all natural so its good for him. You need a collar,a leash, and water and food bowls. You need to teach him how to sit and come. Those are the most important commands. Read books and articles online on what to bathe him with and how to teach him tricks.
Anonymous - 1/17/2012 6:54:55 PM
QUESTION: We have a 6 years old great dane/english mastiff mix(but he looks more of an english mastiff except for his color which is black and his head,a little smaller than pure EM, he is less wrinkly too). He is very gentle and an outstanding guard dog. He weighs 114.8 kg the last time we brought him to a vet. And i think hes gaining a lot of pounds because he loves to eat and lay around. We feed him freshly ground pork once a day and with 2 and half cup of pedigree dog food also once a day and one cup of milk daily. My questions are: is his current weight right for his age and height? he stands a little over 35 inches(he is 25% great dane) by the way. what is the maximum healthy weight for this mix breed? Am I feeding him the right way?he is very healthy according to our vet, no hip dysplasia and good coat quality. But im worried if he is getting the right nutrition he needs.
Anonymous - 1/15/2012 10:24:09 AM
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QUESTION: I have wanted a mastiff for a few months now. My dog Jack(Lab)passed and I am ready to try a new family member. Its just me and my fiance, but I want a dog that is friendly to visitors. Would an English or Bullmastiff be right for me? I'm not an extremely busy person, so I'm home most of the day. Input from anyone who has been around both breeds is appreciated. Thanks.
Anonymous - 12/14/2011 12:50:31 PM
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Hi. I think that you would make the perfect owner for an english mastiff. My neighbor moved and couldn't take his female and he asked us if we wanted her and we couldn't say no. It was the best thing we have ever done. We have an 11 year old and a chiuahua and she loves us all. She wants to be with us all the time and is VERY VERY smart. The more you talk to them the more they understand. Very loving, loyal, protective if anyone would try to hurt you. Wants love and will love you back always. They play but are not hyper dogs. They are low key. They will sleep with you or beside you. They think they are your kids. Can turn to be whatever they need to be. I can't say enough about this dog. I am 42 and have had a lot of different types of dogs. ridgebacks, labs, mixed, shih tzus, shepherds, huskeys, mastiffs are the best dog I have EVER seen.
Anonymous - 1/31/2012 9:22:31 AM
I have a Beautiful baby boy Mastiff who is almost 2 years.... I could have not asked for a better protector, companion, love of my life, and child that I call Taz.... Everything they said up top is VERY correct!! He is DEFINITELY very very friendly to all humans no matter what! BUT I PROMISE if you show him loyality and LOVE he will attack ANYONE that comes even anywhere close to hurting you!! He grew up around the other love of my life, my 3 year old Lab Mix, Ceaser...so they get along and he respects him, BUT he does show aggression towards other dogs, so socialize him early...I did do this with other dogs, but he was snapped at a couple of times at the park so I think he thinks that all dogs are wanting to attack him. He's gotten better.....HE IS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!! I LOVE HIM VERY MUCH! Hope this helps you or anyone else trying to decide on getting a Mastiff..1 Million Thumbs Up!
Anonymous - 12/30/2011 2:02:59 AM
QUESTION: My wonderful kids just got me a mastiff for Christmas, knowing that I've always wanted one. However, I am a little concerned they were ripped off. This female "mastiff" is 6 weeks old and weighs 5.5lbs. Does that sound right? Seems to me she should be about double that by now.
Anonymous - 12/13/2011 10:34:14 AM
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My bull mastiff just turned 3 months old and is 30lbs..but I think she weighs more now, I cant pick her up... Loving her like no tomorrow this is my dream dog...
Anonymous - 1/30/2012 12:27:16 AM
that sounds real small for an english mastiff.my english mastiff had 13 puppies by 6 wks when I had to let go,they were awesome and was my first time with breeding, they were at least 12 to 15lbs.good luck hopefully you had him checked by your vet, maybe he'st small
Anonymous - 1/15/2012 3:07:40 PM
We have a female english mastiff and we got her at 8 wks, she weighed 18lbs at that time. She just turned 7 months and weighs 108lbs. So, not sure if you have a full breed. But, sometimes those are the best dogs : )
Anonymous - 1/14/2012 10:23:42 PM
Our Mastiff was about the same lbs @ 6 weeks she is now 16lbs at 10 weeks. They grow very fast by 6 months they should be around 40lbs.
Anonymous - 12/26/2011 6:49:10 PM
Yes I have had my "Big Bear" for a long time almost 6 years. The weight that you described as in a pup is not healthy at all. Have you taken your mastiff to the vet yet? When I first got my baby he was under weight. When I took him to the vet they said that he had parvo and if thats what your angle has then its just a matter of time. Parvo is a terrible viral disease that will kill your puppy. Don't take that chance and get her to the vet just in case.
Anonymous - 12/23/2011 7:47:00 PM
I don't think thats right because mastiffs are supposed to be really big. You should ask them where they got it from. Its probably wrong if it was from a pet store. My godmothers dog was supposed to be a yorkie but I think its really a silky terrier. We got him from a pet store (he's still pretty darn cute though)
Anonymous - 12/21/2011 9:13:48 PM
QUESTION: What temperature outside is o.k. for Mastiff's? He seems to want to be out in the cold. In the barn. I think its too cold.
Anonymous - 12/9/2011 9:00:16 PM
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QUESTION: Hey Everyone, I dont have a question for anyone just a very good suggestion. I had a Mastiff that just recently passed away. She was 14 years old which all of you should know is very unlikely for such big dogs. We fed her calfs liver when she was a puppy once a day. This helped her bones to be stronger and to grow as fast as her body was. Not once did she get hip dysplasia or anything to that fact. She was hurting when she walked only about a month before she passed away. So I would recommend calves liver to anyone who has a puppy that is going to be a large dog. It really does help. What other mastiff have you known to live till 14?
Anonymous - 12/9/2011 9:18:03 AM
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Thanks for sharing that. My mastiff is 7 mo., give her a good diet, but now I will add calfs liver. : )
Anonymous - 1/14/2012 10:26:02 PM
QUESTION: I have a 10 week old french mastiff how do I get him used to me and my dad and mom and sisters?
Anonymous - 12/1/2011 2:30:08 PM
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QUESTION: I have a 6 month old English Mastiff that constantly has loose stool. I've had him tested for parasites-none. I originally had him on Blue Buffalo wilderness puppy, then BB Basics, then Organix and finally my vet said that some dogs just need crappy food and to give him Purina Smart Blend puppy. I have mixed in the food over a few weeks each time I've changed and he seems to get better but then eventually the same thing happens. Is this just a puppy phase? He is otherwise very healthy and happy and gets plenty of social time, etc. Help!
Anonymous - 10/20/2011 5:44:19 PM
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Hi, for any stomach, intestine or skin problems try some bentonite clay. It's a healing clay with negative ions that parasites and microbes can't exist near. You can buy it in liquified form at a health food store: Great Plains Bentonite by Yerba Prima. Give him some in his drinking water. Or get the pure clay powder from Pascalite.com. Also good for skin conditions, metal detox, flu, anything! I used it myself, for my kids, pets, plants, etc. Livestock breeders give it to cattle. The Native American tribes knew of it an used it. It will clear up his problem immediately! Good luck.
Anonymous - 2/2/2012 2:13:26 PM
I had the same problem and I had my English Mastiff, Moses, checked at the vet also but he eventually had tapwormshow in his stool so I got him medicine and started him on all natural chicken and rice dog food and he has gained back most of his weight and had normal stool in two weeks time
Anonymous - 1/8/2012 3:23:16 PM
I have a English mastiff mix and she had loose stool also for close to a month. I feed her Eagle pack puppy food for large to giant breeds....her stool is pretty solid. Hope this helps.
Anonymous - 1/7/2012 10:11:17 PM
thanks for the info, recently started mixing in Natures Best holistic lamb and rice with his large breed puppy food and that seems to be working. He is constantly eating sticks and twigs which makes me feel like he is looking for something more. I will try the pumpkin which i know he loves.
Anonymous - 12/8/2011 11:17:53 AM
The person that wrote in about vets and science diet is right !!! She gave you sound advice. It sounds to me like your english mastiff needs more fiber. My vet said to buy keefer in the health foodpart of the grocery store. It comes like a smoothie. Also mix canned pumpkin with dry food.
lucygr8tdane - 12/8/2011 4:22:24 AM
You Might want to pull your English Mastiff off kibble all together for a while, try boiled chicken and cooked white rice until he firms back up. You NEVER want to feed a dog a "crappy food" You need a NEW VET! Truth is, most vets have no idea about nutrition. They are taught nutrition by reps from the Hill's company, the makers of science diet, one of the crappiest foods on the market. Blue Buffalo is very rich, and it never worked for my Mastiff. Here is a link to some excellent foods: http://www.mastiffonlinecommunity.net/viewtopic.php?t=20565
Anonymous - 10/26/2011 1:40:02 PM
QUESTION: My daughter and her husband have a bull mastiff and about three months ago his eyes started tearing, there just wet all the time. Also he had started scratching where he had crusty patches of little sores on him. THEY TOOK HIM TO THE VET AND HE PUT HIM ON ANTIBIOTICS AND STEROIDS. SO FAR SO GOOD BUT NOW WHAT CAN SHE DO ABOUT THE RUNNING EYES. I'VE SEEN THEM AND ITS NOT LIKE COLD IN THE EYES, IT JUST LOOKS LIKE HE'S CRYING.
Anonymous - 10/13/2011 8:21:55 PM
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its a common problem with mastiffs their eye lashes actually curl in and always rub on the eye a simple surgery by your vet will correct this
Anonymous - 12/17/2011 10:33:32 AM
QUESTION: We have an English Mastiff/Retriever mix that is about a year old. We also have horses. I have noticed that our dog is getting almost aggressive with the horses when I take him to the farm. I once saw a St Bernard take down a colt. I don't want to set him up to fail, but he loves running at the farm. Anone with any experience with this?
Anonymous - 10/12/2011 9:40:09 AM
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You should probably consult a behaviorist. It sounds like it is a fear based behavior.
Anonymous - 10/26/2011 1:40:40 PM
QUESTION: I have two big Mastiff babies. I decided to breed them for the first time. They go to the Vet regular and I don't want to take her for a pregnancy check up till i know for sure. Never saw them connect but he only tried for a few days. He'll be 3 in March and she is two this month. How soon can I tell if she is with children?
Anonymous - 10/9/2011 11:01:57 PM
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You can tell around four weeks pregnant. Your Mastiff's Teats will start to get bigger. Once she is 45 days pregnant you can take her to the vet for xrays to see how many pups she has.
Good Luck!
ronniemc50 - 11/9/2011 2:02:06 PM
Have you had your English Mastiff dogs OFA certified? How do they hold up to the breed standard? Have you had them evaluated by a non-biased third party? Have you had them guaranteed against hip dysplasia?
Anonymous - 10/26/2011 1:41:58 PM
QUESTION: how much to feed 4 month old mastiff and what to feed? breeder says adult food, vet says large puppy food? my pup looks thin? help. thanks, kim
Anonymous - 10/5/2011 1:01:57 PM
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Here is a link to some AMAZING foods: http://www.mastiffonlinecommunity.net/viewtopic.php?t=20565
You dont have a large breed dog, you have a GIANT. Large breed foods are not formulated for giant pups. A good quality adult food is recommended.
Anonymous - 10/26/2011 1:42:55 PM
QUESTION: my 4 month old mastiff seems too thin. the first time breeder said use adult dog food. the vet says no use large bone puppy food. what is the correct amount? And food? I am feeding 10 cups of food divided at 3 times a day. thanks for any help. kim
Anonymous - 10/5/2011 12:47:33 PM
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Matiff's won't fully mature and fill out until over two years of age. So don't worry if he/she looks tall and lanky for awhile. Just make sure that he is eating good quality puppy food for large or giant breeds.
Sometimes you have to try a few brands to see what works best.
ronniemc50 - 11/9/2011 2:04:45 PM
QUESTION: Is an English mastiff dog quite thirsty when she's pregnant? Or does she always water?
Anonymous - 9/20/2011 4:59:21 PM
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English Mastiffs love to drink clean fresh water all the time.
mas3tiffs - 9/29/2011 4:35:01 PM
QUESTION: I am a retired elderly lady who likes big dogs. My last dog (a Newfoundland) died two years ago, and while he's still sorely missed, I feel that I need another canine companion. I have a large fenced back yard, an air-conditioned house, and I do daily walks. Would a Mastiff do well in my single person household?
Anonymous - 9/11/2011 1:12:09 PM
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And I forgot to say that I always just left a towel by the door for coming in the house to wipe of their faces. I had English mastiffs and they're really only messy when eating or drinking. And they love air conditioning. They also love lots of naps.
Anonymous - 9/24/2011 11:49:18 PM
If you're at home a lot it sounds like a Mastiff would love it. You would really want to work at the early socialization so you wouldn't run into problems on your walks. I've raised 3 kids with 4 different Mastiffs at different times and the Mastiffs were excellent with them. I would never get another breed. They are very difficult to obedience train, but i think it's because they are so lazy. But they seem to learn English pretty quickly and understand tone. Never yell at a Mastiff because they will look so ashamed it will make YOU want to cry. I'm not very good at housebreaking animals, so another reason I love this breed was that I never really had to. They seemed to all pick it up on their own. In fact I had two that wouldn't even poop in the yard. They would go out to the road or field (I live on a farm). I did have one that would steal loaves of bred off my counter and all I would have left was an empty bag on the floor. He never took anything else.
Anonymous - 9/24/2011 11:44:52 PM
QUESTION: Our female rottweiler has bred with a mastiff .... what are the possible outcomes?
Anonymous - 9/8/2011 6:24:34 PM
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QUESTION: What do you feed Mastiffs and how much, and how often?
Anonymous - 9/7/2011 11:08:01 PM
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QUESTION: yes we just got a mastiff from a pound it is a mastiff for sure and thats what the papers say that we got but it just says mastiff it was a stray dog they think she is about 8 months thats fine but my question is how do you know what kind of mastiff she is thank you for a answer
Anonymous - 8/19/2011 9:58:04 PM
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When your mastiff reaches maturity...measure her height the top of her shoulders and weigh her as well. I'm not too sure of the exact height of the females within the mastiff family but you can easily find them on different websites for mastiffs. Just take those measurements and compare to the breeds and you will find her breed! It's a little caveman-ish but it's the only way to find out without spending money on blood testing, however, if you have the money, get it done...it will also tell you if she's breed with anything else as well. Hope this helps!
Anonymous - 9/9/2011 10:19:37 PM
QUESTION: if you have a purebred english mastiff...should the roof of its mouth be black?
Anonymous - 8/15/2011 9:07:31 AM
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QUESTION: is it true that since female mastiffs don't carry as much loose skin on their face, they don't drool and slobber as much?
Anonymous - 8/14/2011 11:37:45 AM
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I have a male Mastiff that not only drools but slings it everywhere. Sometimes on me. lol
A drool towel is a must after eating and drinking. I have a female who doesn't drool as much. It all depends on the dog.
They also snore and eat you out of house and home and think the living room floor or couch belongs to them. You gotta love em!
ronniemc50 - 11/9/2011 2:08:10 PM
QUESTION: If the dog is home alone from 7:30am to 2:30pm, would that be a bad idea? Could we still get a mastiff even if we have that schedule?
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 4:01:18 PM
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Well it isnt the best idea. A mastiff needs to socalize much more than this. Be sure to keep it on a good exercise and eating schedule. It would also be a good idea to have other dogs or cats to keep it company, or else it will get mental problems like anxiety from loneliness
Anonymous - 8/21/2011 3:24:59 AM
QUESTION: My puppy is from the pound and they don't know his breed. At 15 weeks, he weighs 30 lbs. He is tan all over with black muzzle. His hair is short and paws are huge. Could he possibly have mastiff in him?
Anonymous - 8/10/2011 3:47:43 PM
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Our Mastiff is 5 months old and weighs over 70 lbs, female.
Anonymous - 11/23/2011 10:28:41 PM
My english mastiff weighed 30lbs at 15 weeks. Talk to your vet about a blood test.
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:39:18 PM
QUESTION: How old does a female Mastiff need to be before breeding?
Anonymous - 8/9/2011 7:14:32 PM
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A female mastiff should not be bred before 2 years old. Dont listen to the 7 month comment.
Anonymous - 1/26/2012 5:28:44 PM
No English Mastiff should be bred at 7 months. You must have talked to the cleaing lady. lol
Please don't breed your female before two years of age.
ronniemc50 - 11/9/2011 2:11:25 PM
Please don't breed ANY dog at 7 months old it is best to wait until they are finished growing to breed them. Mastiffs don't need to be bred before 20 months of age and no reputable breeder would put their dogs through breeding any sooner.
arogers888 - 8/17/2011 11:09:35 PM
I called the AKC yesterday; mastiffs can be breed as early as 7 months, but... if your goal is to improve the breed then 2 yrs old is best. Only because certain tests cannot be performed until 22 months.
Anonymous - 8/12/2011 1:17:19 PM
QUESTION: Are mastiffs good with children and small dogs?
Anonymous - 7/30/2011 8:28:53 PM
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Mastiffs are very good with children. They have a very low key attitude and are known as the "gentle giant." The only thing you would have to watch would be their massive size knocking your child over. As far as other dogs go... they are pretty good with them. It may take them a little bit to get used to the other dog.
Anonymous - 1/26/2012 5:27:50 PM
Matiffs that are neglected can have an aggressive attitude but that is not the temperment of a Mastiff.
A Mastiff is good with children and other dogs, protective of his family and yes he may knock down a child but only because he is big and being playful.
ronniemc50 - 11/9/2011 2:13:46 PM
Actually mastiffs are AMAZING with children and are not aggressive AT ALL! What you should be careful of is there big bodies accidentally knocking a small child over or accidently stepping on a small dog. But this is all rare and Mastiffs are so wonderful with children that the child could pull and pick at the dog and it wouldn't fig-git or mve an inch
Anonymous - 8/21/2011 3:28:32 AM
Mastiff's can be, but I would be very carful because they do have an aggressive history
Anonymous - 8/8/2011 3:42:35 PM
QUESTION: I'm thinking about rehoming a 2year old mastiff but I have a toddler. Is this a good idea?
Anonymous - 7/29/2011 10:36:14 PM
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let your heart do the thinking
Anonymous - 10/30/2011 6:21:15 PM
NO NO NO... My name is Taylor. We have 2 daughters, Ryan (8yrs-today) and Ella (2yr-october).. We brought our first English Mastiff (weighs 150lbs) home June 2011. IT WAS THE BEST THING WE EVER DID! Its only been two months and we've decided to add another mastiff. These dogs live for kids; they tolerate the "toddler abuse" very well. Your mastiff will be exceptionally close to your toddler because they are very similar in age. We researched the breed for a good year before we brought him home. PLEASE, PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT REHOME YOUR DOG.
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:18:17 PM
QUESTION: The English Bull Dog and the Mastiff together make up which dog breed?
Anonymous - 7/28/2011 7:50:24 PM
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Anonymous - 10/28/2011 3:49:00 PM
QUESTION: Could a Mastiff be a dog for a first time owner?
Anonymous - 7/26/2011 2:55:07 PM
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(part 5) My neighbors dog couldn't reach my 1yr old mastiff's butt-so he started humping his leg instead to show dominance when they first met. IT WAS HILARIOUS- I almost peed my pants the first time I saw it. Anyway, I hoped this helped. SORRY SO LONG
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:36:23 PM
(part 4) Basically, they think they're an actual family member and not a "pet"; the demand respect and love. If you can't treat them like your kids then find another breed. Mind you- I grew up with German Shepards, who are very family orientated, but also very independent. 99% of english mastiffs will never become agressive unless provoked. Even when another dog (little one) barks- you'll find your baby trying to hide behind you as a puppy.
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:36:08 PM
(part 3) If you've owned dogs before but live a very active and busy lifestylE, THEN LOOK SOMEWHERE ELSE because a mastiff is not for you. They secretly think they're lap dogs when you sit on the floor; not to mention they also think they're human. If you talk to them in pleasant voice no matter if you ask them to sit and stay or they just chewed up your favorite shoe; they respond and listen when spoken in a respective tone. Both my dogs know I'm the alpha- I ask once they do anything I ask. My husband on the other hand had to show his dominance and every once in a while they stick their nose inthe air (while I laugh of course). If your situation is like mine A "FAMILY BUSY" no matter if its with the kids, family cookouts & pool parties, parks, weekend soccer game or simply relaxing after dinner with the family in the livingroom on a saturday night, then a mastiff is not only the right dog for you but your entire family.
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:35:52 PM
(part 2) If you have kids, these are the dogs for you. Its not about whether you're a first time dog owner, its about the life style you live and what you're willing to do to restructure you life for this responsibility.
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:35:13 PM
I am a mother of two daughters, a wife to a husband who works nights and a first time owner of two english mastiffs (brothers). One of our mastiffs is just over a year old and the other is 5 yrs old. We are the second family introduced to these wonderful brothers. (continue..)
Anonymous - 8/11/2011 3:34:25 PM
I would disagree with the other Anonymous saying you would be better off with a lab.
As someone who has owned both, I would more strongly recommend the Mastiff, as they are a lot calmer and require much less excercise. I have found them very easy to train. I would definitely recommend puppy class and basic obedience class. English Mastiffs are gentle giants.
I would never get an older dog of any breed if you have young children.
Anonymous - 8/10/2011 12:58:46 PM
No a Mastiff would not be a good breed for a first time dog owner. You would be best to start off with a lab or maybe some other form of hound
Anonymous - 7/26/2011 9:40:38 PM
QUESTION: I have a siberian husky he is 10 months old would they get along? my husky is very playful and jumps when he plays he praticly stands up and he jumps over would the mastiff get agressive??
Anonymous - 7/21/2011 12:14:28 AM
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The only issue you may have is with the husky.I have a husky that is aprox 1 yrs old, I recently adopted a mastiff. It took almost 2 weeks for the husky to adapt to the pup. I know others ho have had the same issue.It seems to be a husky thing. They are great together now, it just took some time.
Anonymous - 1/29/2012 11:35:36 PM
No! Mastiffs are known to be good with frinicky dogs and children
Anonymous - 8/21/2011 3:31:05 AM
QUESTION: I have a boxer. I was wondering how well a Mastiff would get along with him.
Anonymous - 7/12/2011 9:53:57 AM
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I have a Mastiff Boxer mix and my step dad has a Boxer and they get along just fine, they run and run and run.... there are around the same age and just make sure you have room if you plan on having both dogs.. and lots of toys esp, the dollar store stuffed ones.... makes a real mess but i would rather clean up that mess then have my kitchen chair in two..... Have fun!!!!
Anonymous - 8/2/2011 2:01:37 PM
Dominance levels vary, even within the same litter, but boxers are often called a gentle giant. If socialized with proper leadership it will get along well with other dogs.
Anonymous - 7/19/2011 6:06:21 PM