Bullmastiff
The Bullmastiff is a huge dog that is a cross between the Bulldog and the Mastiff dog breeds. This breed is alert and muscular and appears to be about 60% Mastiff and 40% Bulldog. The Bullmastiff’s head is large and square with pronounced stop and short broad muzzle. This breed has a solid body with deep, broad chest and short back The Bull Mastiff’s coat is short with hard water resistant hair lying smooth on the body. These dogs colours include brindle, fawn or red and can have black markings on the head. The breed is very large with male dogs standing 25 to 27 inches and females 24 to 26 inches at shoulder height. Male dogs can tip the scales at 110 to 130 pounds and females somewhat lighter at 100 to 120 pounds.
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Bullmastiff puppies for saleBull Mastiffs don't require minimal grooming just an occasional brushing and regular toweling. This breed is a low to moderate shedder. Health problems: prone to cancer. Beware of hip dysplasia, tumors, and some eyelid problems. They are also prone to boils on the lips and PRA (eyes). These dogs tend to bloat. It is a good idea to feed them two or three small meals a day instead of one large meal.
Bull Mastiffs don't require a lot of exercise but should be exercised regularly to keep them strong and fit. This breed is somewhat lazy and inactive indoors and can make do with a small city backyard. Bull Mastiffs do not like hot humid conditions and love shade and air conditioning. If the Bull Mastiff is walked every morning and evening, it can become a ‘couch potato’ during the day and adapt to apartment life. This breed can even adapt to being left alone during the day!