Bull Mastiff

General: The Bullmastiff which consisted of 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog. The Bullmastiff is a dependable loyal guarding breed, which earned the respect of the Gamekeeper not just as a guard dog but as well as a family dog.

Origin: England.

History: The English gamekeepers needed a dog that was strong, silent, fearless, agile and powerful enough to be able to run down and knock the poacher to the ground. They also required a breed that would not maul the poacher but only hold them until help came from the Gamekeeper. Obviously all of these traits would not be found in one breed of dog. Many crosses between Mastiffs and Saint Bernard's Labradors and Great Danes were trialed until they had success with the Mastiff for its power, trustworthiness, fearsome appearance and loyal nature and the Bulldog for its tenacity, silence and agility. Hence the Bullmastiff which consisted of 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog. The Bullmastiff is a dependable loyal guarding breed, which earned the respect of the Gamekeeper not just as a guard dog but as well as a family dog. Even though records have shown that the cross of a Mastiff Bulldog type found in editorials as early as 1795 it wasn't until 1924 that Bullmastiffs were to be judged but three generations of breeding of Bullmastiffs was required for Bullmastiffs to be registered as purebreds. Thankfully to the dedication of Mr. J. Biggs of Osmaston Kennels, Mr. J Barrowcliffe, Mr. J Barnard, Mr. S. E. Mosley of Farcroft Kennels and Mr. V. Smith of Pridzor Kennels, Bullmastiffs attained full registration in 1927. Mr. S. E. Mosley's Farcoft Silvo was the first Bullmastiff titled Champion. The first dog to be titled Champion was Tiger Prince.

Temperament: Today's Bull Mastiffs are much more laid back than their ancestors but can still be a fearsome protector. The Bullmastiff can be stubborn but is a wonderful family pet, as guard and friend to those he is associated with.

Size: 85-110 pounds.

Today's Uses: Family pet and show dog. Some Bull Mastiffs have been used in Weight pull.

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