Spanish mastiff
Life expectancy
10 - 12 years
Weight
Male 65 - 90 kg
Female 60 - 85 kg
Height
Male 65 - 90 kg
Female 65 - 90 kg
Hair
long,hard
Group
Pinscher and Schnauzer type dogs, Molossoids,Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattle Dogs
Nicknames
Mastín leonés,Mastín español de campo y trabajo,Mastín extremeño,Mastín ganadero
Index
The Spanish Mastiff is also known as the Leonese Mastiff and is considered the largest dog breed in Spain. It is a loyal and guard dog, due to its size it is used to being a guardian and protector of houses and their owners. He stands out for his imposing physique but he is also affectionate and loves living with his family.
Characteristics of the Spanish mastiff
SIZE
EXERCISE NEEDS
EASY TO TRAIN
GOOD WITH CHILDREN
KINDNESS TO OTHER PETS
HEALTH OF THE BREED
COST TO KEEP
INTELLIGENCE
TOLERANCE TO BEING ALONE
Why choose a Spanish mastiff?
PROS
They are excellent watch dogs
They are very intelligent and in the right hands are easy to train.
They are confident and independent by nature
CONS
They are very large in size and need enough space
They may be cautious around people they don't know.
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Origin and history of the Spanish mastiff
Its origin is not very clear, there are those who state that the origin of the Spanish mastiff in Spain is due to the arrival of the Celts and the Phoenicians, others indicate that it was the Romans who introduced them when they arrived to the Iberian Peninsula accompanied by this dog to protect your belongings.
What is known with certainty is that in 1273, the year the Mesta was founded, it was recorded in official documents that mastiffs were already carrying out herding work in the Iberian Peninsula. This breed has always been associated with the rural sector in Spain, performing tasks in the fields, which continue to be carried out to this day.
It is worth mentioning that in recent years, with the progressive disappearance of herding activities in Spain, the breed has been on the verge of extinction. Currently the breed is in a reconstruction process, with which the aim is to obtain a homogeneous and balanced prototype.
These dogs have won the hearts of families, so at this time, the main function of the Spanish Mastiff dog is no longer livestock but rather being a companion dog, since it is common to see them walking with their owners throughout the city, where they are increasingly more frequent.
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Character ofthe Spanish mastiff
The Spanish Mastiff is considered one of the calmest breeds in the world. Despite their large size and guardian appearance, they are not aggressive at all. He is a very affectionate, docile and faithful dog. It also has great intelligence which makes training easier, as long as it is done constantly and with patience. Their early socialization is very important to educate them to control their strength and dose their energy according to the situation.
Their guardian and protective instinct is deeply rooted, so they will be very protective of their owners and belongings. It is also for this reason that he can become a barker when he hears noises, especially at night.
On the other hand, it is a breed that needs a lot of physical activity, so it will be important to dedicate the necessary time and provide them with adequate hours of exercise.
Curiosities about the Spanish mastiff
The Spanish Mastiff has the particularity of having elastic skin, folds can be seen at the bottom of its throat, this benefits it and protects it from the bite of its enemies, as wolves did in the past.
Names for Spanish mastiff
León, Napoleón, Zasha, Trish
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