Mastiff dog breed standing tall looking at camera against a white background
Mastiff dog breed standing tall looking at camera against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Working

weight

120 to 230 pounds

height

28 to 30 inches

family

Livestock

Traits and Characteristics

type

Working

weight

120 to 230 pounds

height

28 to 30 inches

family

Livestock

Extremely large and heavy-boned, the Mastiff is an ancient dog that dates all the way back to Roman times. They are athletic, muscular, and have powerful endurance. Their double coat has a dense undercoat and a straight, coarse outer coat and their expression is alert but kind. Dignified, they are often mistaken as aggressive dogs based purely on their size. 

  • Energy Levellevel 1 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 2 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 1 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 2 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 4 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 3 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 1 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 4 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5

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