Description: The Nebolish Mastiff is considered the most agile dog of the Mastiff breeds. Its body is muscular, structured with large bones. Its head is broad, its chest is wide, and its jaws form a scissors bite. Its coat is usually short or medium-length. But there are also Nebolish Mastiff dogs with long coats. Its body ends with a tail that can be docked.

Dynamics: The Nebolish Mastiff is a fearless, alert, and intelligent breed. It is known to be stubborn if it thinks that its owner cannot handle it well. Once a part of the family, however, it becomes a oyal and very protective companion. It brings about an air of dignity, and is good natured, patient, and even tempered. It can be playful with children and get along with them well. Socialization is important, of course, to void destructive behavior in the dog.

In training the Nebolish Mastiff, the owner has to achieve sort of pack leader status. He or she has to be dominant over the dog, otherwise the Nebolish Mastiff will belittle you and not follow you. It is intelligent this way. The training also has to be consistent and firm, with the line between the leader and the follower clear between the owner and the Nebolish Mastiff.

Breed Group: Mastiff, Working

Weight: 95-200 pounds (43-90 kg)

Height: 27-36 inches (79-90 cm)

Color: The coat of the Nebolish Mastiff can be either fawn or brindle, of any shade of the colors, including a rare silver. The coat can also have markings, although it is preferred that the dog not have any markings at all. The markings can be a black mask or any white markings on the body.

Country of Origin: The Nebolish Mastiff is one of the rarest breeds of the Mastiff types. The breed was developed in the Northwest and Canada, back in the late 1960s. There have been many reports on the exact breakdown of the breeding program of the Nebolish Mastiff, all still just claims and with no certainty.

Activities: The Nebolish Mastiff loves to run and swim, and so this dog should be taken out everyday for its daily delights. Walking everyday with a little play session can suffice for those owners who do not have much time on their hands. When walking out, the Nebolish Mastiff should be made to heel beside or behind the owner, as a sign that you are the leader and the dog should follow you. Otherwise, it will ignore you and take off on its own to have fun.

Grooming: Combing or brushing regularly is enough as a grooming routine for the Nebolish Mastiff. Bathe only when necessary.

Other Info: The Nebolish Mastiff has a life expectancy of 10 to 14 years. It is generally a very healthy breed, developed to be agile and free of genetic defects. This breed is not fit to live in an apartment, as it likes to explore and occasionally romp around. This breed loves warm climate, and loves the water.

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Description: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge has a square head that appears larger then its body. The head is a little wrinkled, with the forehead flat and sunken between the eyes. Its eyes are set low and a little far apart from each other. Its ears are set high and are round-tipped. The jaws are large, with the lower one turned up an protruding beyond the upper jaw. The muzzle is short but broad, and the dewlap has two folds.

The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge is known for its size and strength. It is bigger than the Olde English Bulldogge. It body is very muscular and proportional, although the neck is short and the head is large. The shoulders are broad, the chest deep, and the ribs so well-rounded. The front legs can either be straight of slightly bowed. The legs and thighs are as well-muscled as the rest of the body. The dog’s tail can either be cork-screwed, pump-handled, or bent. Its coat is short and is slightly coarse.

Dynamics: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge is a sweet and friendly dog. It gets along well with the entire family, including the children. It is playful and affectionate. It can be dominant, though, and may want to show their power to the submissive dogs through play. It is also reserved with strangers, and can be protective and a little territorial with people it doesn’t know. Socialization is important, and training should begin at puppyhood. Whoever owns a Larson Lakeview Bulldogge should also know how to be assertive towards this breed. It has to know that you should be obeyed, else it will act dominant towards you as well.

Breed Group: Working

Weight: males 70-110 pounds (32-50 kg), females 50-90 pounds (23-41 kg)

Height: males 20 inches (51 cm) and up, females 16 inches (41 cm) and up

Color: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge usually comes in brindle on white. The brindles can be red, grey, black, or brown. Calicos also exist.

Country of Origin: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge was bred by Kevin Larson at the Larson Lakeview Kennels, in Minnesota, USA. It took seven years and lots of breeds (American Bulldog, English Bulldog, Mastiff, American Pit Bull Terrier, Bullmastiff, and Bull Terrier) to finally make the breed.

Activities: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge is a working dog, and needs to be doing something in order for it not to become destructive. It needs to be taken on daily walks to exhaust some of its energy. It also likes to run around. Play is something that it looks forward to everyday.

Grooming: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge has short fair so there is no need for heavy grooming. Bathe only when necessary.

Other Info: The Larson Lakeview Bulldogge has a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years. It is also healthy for the most part, which is unusual for any kind of bulldog. This breed may not do well in an apartment since it likes to run around and play a lot, preferably on a large yard.

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AKA: Water Dog of Romagna, Romagna Water Dog

Description: The Lagotto Romagnolo, or just Lagotto, is a small- to medium-sized dog with a squarely proportional body. Its eyes are big and round, in ca color between dark yellow ad dark brown. The head is big but proportional to its body, and its teeth forms a scissors bite. The ears are shped like a triangle with rounded tips. The coat is wooly and curly. The front legs is straight, as is the topline of the Lagotto Romagnolo.

Dynamics: The Lagotto Romagnolo is gifted in searching, especially truffle searching, because of its good nose. It is also a hardworking dog, always needing a job to do to keep itself occupied. This is an intelligent dog, and it can get along with others. It can get along with other dogs and is a good family companion. It is loyal to its family, and is very affectionate and easy to train. The Lagotto is a very energetic dog that likes to play, too. They are especially good at agility sports. It also has a happy disposition and has the willingness to work.

Breed Group: Sporting

Weight: Male 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg.) Female 5-6.5 pounds (11-14 kg.)

Height: Male 17-19 inches (43-49 cm.) Female 14-16 inches (36-41cm.)

Color: The Lagotto can be off-white, solid white, or white with brown or rust patches. It can also be brown or rust-colored, and a brown mask is also common.

Country of Origin: The Lagotto Romagonolo belongs to an ancient breed from Italy, in the lowlands of Comacchio and the marshlands of Ravenna.

Activities: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a natural when it comes to searching and retrieving. The breed was especially honed for the purpose of truffle searching. The Lagotto also loves to take a long walk. It also loves to swim. It also loves mud, and digging big holes so be careful when you let it out on the open.

Grooming: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a dense and curly coat so it needs to be regularly groomed. Bathe when necessary, but make sure to comb the hair on a regular basis to avoid the coat becoming matted.

Other Info: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a life expectancy of 16 years or more. It will be fine living in an apartment as long as it is taken outside for its daily exercise.

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AKA: Kuvasz

Description: The Hungarian Kuvasz is a majestic and muscular sheepdog that has a fine bone structure and sturdy body. It is rectangularly proportional, longer than it is tall. It has a medium-length coat, either straight or wavy. The skin is dark despite having white hair. The hair on the head and feet is short, while it is abundant around the neck, chest, and tail. The coat is even much fuller in the winter. The tail is carried low but is raised when the Kuvasz is excited. Dewclaws on the hind legs should be removed.

The head is also finely boned and structured. The nose, the lips and inside the mouth are black. The ears are folded and hanging close to the head. The eyes are almond-shaped and dark brown.

Dynamics: The Hungarian Kuvasz is an intelligent and brave sheepdog. It is also very protective and territorial. Its devotion to its family keeps it determined to protect and defend its people and territory. It can be willful and stubborn at times though, showing its independent side. Training the Hungarian Kuvasz will require a firm but gentle hand, and consistency.

Socialization is also important starting from puppyhood. The Hungarian Kuvasz can get along well with children if raised with them. It will be gentle and patient with the owner’s children, but may be suspicious of others. It is reserved and cautious of strangers. It also has the tendency to be annoyed with other animals. Dominance and aggression over another dog is common with this breed.

Breed Group: Flock Guardian, Working

Weight: males 100-115 pounds (45-52kg), females 70-90 pounds (32-41kg)

Height: males 28-30 inches (71-76cm), females 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)

Color: The skin of the Hungarian Kuvasz is generally dark, and the darker the better. The coat, however, is always white. Ivory coats are rare and not acceptable on shows.

Country of Origin: The Hungarian Kuvasz comes from Hungary, where its popularity was at it peak back during King Matthias Corvinus’ reign. This breed was almost extinct during WWII but was revived.

Activities: The Hungarian Kuvasz need regular exercise and has the need to work always. It serves as a flock guardian, herder, and as a companion dog.

Grooming: The Hungarian Kuvasz’ thick coat should be brushed regularly. Avoid bathing it; instead rub talcum powder or cornstarch into the coat and brush it out. Check behind the ears for matting.

Other Info: The Hungarian Kuvasz has a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years. It is prone to common health issues like hip dysplasia, osteochondritis dissecans (due to inflammation of shoulder joints), hypertrophic osteodystrophy, skin problems and allergies. The Hungarian Kuvasz is not suitable for the city or apartment life. It is at its best when it is on an open area. It should not be left alone too long as it may become destructive. It prefers cold climates and is uncomfortable in warm weather.

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Description: The Bullmastiff has a powerful and muscular body, with a wrinkled square head and short dark-colored muzzle. The nose is black with big nostrils, the eyes are a dark hazel and medium-sized, and the ears are V-shaped and pendant. The jaws are powerful, forming a level or slightly undershot bite. The back of the Bullmastiff is straight, and the tail is set high and reaches to the hocks.

Dynamics: The Bullmastiff has a good nature and pleasant temperament. It is docile and devoted, but it can be willful sometimes. It is fearless and protective when provoked. It will not attack, but it will do its best to bring down an intruder.

The Bullmastiff is intelligent and has a good temper. It is calm and can tolerate children. It is loyal and it likes attention. Training should be firm and consistent but not extremely dominant over the dog. It is powerful and aggressive breed, although it is calm and careful. This breed is also sensitive to the voice or tone.

Socialization should start at an early age. The Bullmastiff can be very reserved with strangers, and aggressive with other dogs. They can get along with other household pets as long as they were raised together. This breed tends to drool or snore.

Breed Group: Mastiff, Working

Weight: males 110-133 lbs (50-60kg), females 100-120 lbs (45-54 kg)

Height: males 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), females 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)

Color: The Bullmastiff comes in brindle, fawn, or red, often has black markings on the head.

Country of Origin: The Bullmastiff originated in England, where it was developed by crossing 60% Mastiffs with 40% Bulldogs.

Activities: The Bullmastiff requires regular and moderate exercise. It tends to be lazy when it is ignored. It should not be overfed because it gains weight easily. This breed was used by gamekeepers to track down and hold poachers. It is also used as a hunting guard, as a watchdog, and used in military and police work.

Grooming: The Bullmastiff has a short and slightly rough coat so it is easy to groom. Comb and brush occasionally, and bathe only when necessary. The nails should be trimmed,

Other Info: The Bullmastiff’s life ecpectancy is under 10 years. This breed is prone to cancer. Other health problems include hip dysplasia, tumors, PRA, and eyelid problems. The Bullmastiff will be fine living in an apartment as long as it is sufficiently exercised. This breed is not tolerant of extreme cold or extreme hot temperatures.