AKA: Dogue de Bordeaux, Bordeaux Bulldog

Description: The French Mastiff is a mastiff breed that is short, stocky, and muscular. Its head is a distinctive feature, with an undershot and powerful jaw, and a distinguishable black or red mask around and under the nose, lips, and eye rims. The nostrils are very open and the upper lips hang thickly down over the lower jaw. The ears naturally hang down.

There is a dewlap on the neck. The thick skin is loose. The front legs are straight and the tail is straight, curving when the dog is excited.

Dynamics: The French Mastiff has a calm and gentle personality, although originally it was considered ferocious. It is a brave and loyal companion, and is patient and devoted to its family. It is gentle with children and other family members. It makes a wonderful watchdog and guard dog.

The French Mastiff can be aggressive with other dogs. It has to be socialized and trained firmly from an early age. The male French Mastiff generally does not tolerate other male dogs.

Breed Group: Mastiff

Weight: 120-145 pounds (54.4-65.2kg)

Height: 23-30 inches (58-75cm)

Color: The French Mastiff comes in shades of fawn to mahogany. The black or red mask on the face is always present. White markings on the toes and chest are acceptable.

Country of Origin: The French Mastiff comes from France, where it has been a dog of many services throughout history, from being a war dog to becoming a cattle driver and bodyguard.

Activities: The French Mastiff needs a lot of exercise as it has a huge amount of energy within. This breed has served man throughout history as a war dog, flock guardian, dog fighter, cattle driver, watch dog, and guard dog.

Grooming: The French Mastiff’s coat does not need that much attention. An occasional combing and brushing is enough.

Other Info: The French Mastiff has a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years. It is generally a healthy breed, although litters are small and birth is difficult because of the puppies’ large heads. The French Mastiff will be fine living in an apartment as long as it is sufficiently exercised.

AKA: Bouledogue Francais, Frenchie, Frogdog

Description: The French Bulldog is a small-sized dog with a compact and sturdy body. Its main features are its large, erect, round bat ears, powerful muzzle, and its pug nose. The eyes are round and dark-colored. The bite is undershot. The head is squarely and flat, with the forehead rounded. The body is pear-shaped; the shoulders are wider than the tail area. The tail can either be straight or cork-screw.

Dynamics: The French Bulldog is sweet and affectionate. It is very playful and can be funny with its comical personality. It is a friendly and easygoing dog, and can get along with strangers and other animals. It can be aggressive, but most often they get along with other dogs. Socialization and companionship is needed for this breed. It is people-oriented and needs patient and consistent training. It gets along well with children, especially those that are older and considerate.

Breed Group: Companion, Non-sporting, Mastiff

Weight: 2 weight classes: 19-22 (9-10kg) pounds and 22-28 pounds (10-13kg)

Height: 12 inches (30cm)

Color: The coat of the French Bulldog comes in brindle, fawn, white, and combinations of brindle or fawn with white.

Country of Origin: The development of the French Bulldog started in England but was successfully bred in France when French dog breeders crossed the developed Bulldog with the French Terrier.

Activities: The French Bulldog needs to be exercised daily. It loves to play and run around.

Grooming: Regular brushing is enough in grooming the French Bulldog.

Other Info: The French Bulldog has a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years. This breed is prone to eye and respiratory problems. It should not be too overweight because it might lead to a swollen abdomen and give breathing problems to the dog. For the female French Bulldog, giving birth must be delivered by Cesarean section because of the puppies’ large heads. The French Bulldog prefers cool climates. Too much heat will cause heat stroke. It is fine for the dog to live in an apartment.

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AKA: British Bulldog, Bulldog
Description: English Bulldog has an athletic build and square body shaped,appearing to be a very strong and muscular breed even though their short. They have a distinguished face like their body, with a muzzle that is tight and short too. Their lower jaw is noticeably longer than its nose and upper jaw and lips is flabby hanging low towards their lower jaw. Eyes are dark,well set and round, they have a noticeable cheeks in both front and side view. Their ears are small, thin and very close to head just like a rose form and they are known to have a so called “wrinkles”, a folded skin on their forehead. They have thin,glossy and even coat.

Temperament: This breed is an ideal human companion. They are a very affectionate and faithful in nature, always seek attention to their owner that is why they hate to be left alone. They are very smart, intelligent dog and needs to be trained properly especially when dealing with other pets or people around them, because they could also be aggressive at times and has an attitude of being a bossy type. Training them with good manners and proper socialization is very important while they are still on their younger age.

Moreover, They too could be a good guard dog to their family. They have certain approach to let their owner know or be alert with some suspicious stranger. Good for children since English bulldog loves to play with them. But not ideal for children who is fund of having a strenuous running activity everyday.
Activity: Daily walk and exercise is required of them. They always enjoy a joy ride in a car with their owner.

Health: When it comes to health, they are prone to digestive and breathing problems. This breed could easily be exposed to heat stroke causing a problem with their heart. Proper care is much needed for them. Life span is about 8 years.

Grooming: They are just an average shedder so they don’t require heavy grooming. A simple daily brushing will do good and bathe them only when necessary. Keep an eye of thei face always wipe with wet cloth on their wrinkled face. To cleanse dirt hiding inside their folded skin.

Breed Group: Mastiff
Color: red, fawn, brindle, pale yellow or washed-out red, or white or a combination of the colors mentioned.
Height: about 12-16 inches (31-40 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 53-55 pounds (24-25kg.) Bitches 49-51 pounds (22-23kg.)
Country Of Origin: Great Britain

Dynamics: A very faithful to their owner kind of breed, calm loves to play with children but could also be aggressive sometimes. Socialization training is also important for them.

AKA: Brazilian Mastiff, Brazilian Molosser, Cao de Fila

Description: The Fila Brasileiro is a massive dog with a strong bone structure and loose skin. It has a long muzzle, with pendulous upper lips. Its skin is loose all over the body, especially on the face and neck, giving the Fila Brasileiro a somewhat droopy look. The neck is thick and has dewlaps. The coat of the Fila Brasileiro is short and smooth. This breed has a rectangular and compact figure. The back is strong and its gait is measured and catlike. It is muscular and exudes power and agility.

Dynamics: The Fila Brasileiro exudes power and fearlessness. But it is actually a loving and loyal companion. It is protective and watchful. It gets along really well with children because of its gentle and calm manner. It also gets along well with other household pets, though it is reserved and cautious with strangers. It always wants the company of its owner and watch over him or her. The Fila is brave, courageous, confident, and has a calm disposition.

Socialization is needed with the Fila Brasileiro. You will know when socializing is over for the Fila Brasileiro when it does not seek as much attention anymore as it did when it was younger. The Fila Brasileiro is a willful and intelligent breed. It will decide for itself if it likes someone or not, despite socialization. It is in its nature to be protective of its owner and family, and to be wary of strangers. Socialization will serve as introducing the Fila to the world and not see everything as a threat.

Breed Group: Mastiff

Weight: 90-110 lb (41-50 kg)

Height: 25.5-29.5 inches (65-75 cm)

Color: The Fila Brasileiro may come in any color except white, mouse gray, patched, dappled, or black and tan. The most common colors of the breed are fawn, black, and brindle. A black mask may be present, and white markings should only found on the feet, chest, and tip of the tail.

Country of Origin: The Fila Brasileiro comes from Brazil. It is the descendant of the 15th century English Mastiff, Bloodhound, Bulldog, and Rafeiros.

Activities: The Fila Brasileiro needs a lot of exercise. It may appear to be lazy and slow, but it has stored energy possessed by Bloodhounds and Mastiffs. Aside from being a companion dog, the Fila Brasileiro is also used as a guard dog, watch dog, and is very helpful for its sharp tracking ability.

Grooming: The Fila Brasileiro’s short hair is easy to groom. Brushing with a bristle brush and wiping with a damp cloth will be enough. Bathe only when necessary.

Other Info: The Fila Brasileiro has a life expectancy of 9 to 11 years. This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, bloat. CHD, gastric torsion, elbow dysplasia, and PRA. The Fila Brasileiro is not recommended to live in the city.

AKA: Old Time Bulldog

Description: The Dorset Olde Tyme Bulldogge is a medium-sized dog with the traditional appearance of a bulldog, though it has a stronger and bigger physique than the Bulldog. Its body is compact and stocky, with a well-boned and muscular structure. The chest is wide and the back is short. The forelegs are straight, set apart from each other, and the hind legs are broad with strong thighs. The feet are broad and the toes are tight, with thick tough pads. The Dorset Olde Tyme Bulldogge has a gait that exudes power and heaviness.

The Dorset Olde Tyme Bulldogge’s head is strong and massive, with the forehead dominating the face. It is furrowed with loose and wrinkled skin on the throat and cheeks. It has a broad muzzle, with folds, with the nose on top of it.The ears are set high on the head

Dynamics: The Dorset Olde Tyme Bulldogge is a flexible and loyal dog, able to fit into any lifestyle of its owner. It is very eager to please its family and is protective. Despite its appearance, it is a very affectionate and loving companion. They get along very well with children and other household pets, especially when socialized with them at an early age.

Breed Group: Mastiff

Weight: 60-90 pounds (27-41 kg.)

Height: 19-21 inches (48-54 cm.)

Color: This breed is still at its early stage so there is not yet a standard acceptable color for the coat. The Dorset Old Tyme Bulldogge is currently being bred in variations of brindle, pied, black, and slate gray-blue.

Country of Origin: The Dorset Old Tyme Bulldogge originates in England, where the breeding program began in the late 1980s by Steve Barnett.

Activities: The Dorset Old Tyme Bulldogge can handle any amount of exercise but also likes to rest. A daily walk will be enough to keep the breed fit and healthy.

Grooming: The Dorset Old Tyme Bulldogge coat will be cared for enough with a daily wipe using a damp cloth of a soft brush. This is to ensure that the wrinkles are free of any dirt or stains.

Other Info: The Dorset Olde Tyme Bulldogge has a life expectancy of up to 14 years. It is a generally healthy breed. This breed can adapt to any environment, whether it be in the city or country.