While this is true as a rule there are many individual differences between the breeds. Mastiffs are a class of dogs like the Spitzes.

List Of Mastiff Dog Breeds

Dutch Mastiff Pug.

Different types of mastiffs. Types of Bullmastiffs are also classified in the different regions that they originate from. European and Asian records dating back 3000 years show dogs of the mastiff type. In other words they sport a similar facial and nasal structure as brachycephalic dogs.

Back then they were ferocious war dogs very different from the benevolent. The one breed of Bullmastiff that is very different is the Brazilian Bullmastiff. Like all mastiff breeds they require training and.

Neapolitan Mastiff come in black blue mahogany brindle and tawny coloring and are naturally watchful dignified and loyal companions. Some people view the mastiff as one breed but in reality there are over 14 different individual breeds within the mastiff family. A mastiff is a large and powerful type of dog.

Mastiffs are among the largest dogs and typically have a short coat a long low-set tail and large feet. The life expectancy of the American Mastiff is between 10 and 12 years. A black mask should occur in all cases.

This brawny breed has been put to work in many different capacities from pulling carts and hauling heavy objects to guarding flocks and historically the castles of the European elite. The Cane Corso is less bulky as compared to other Mastiff breeds. When most people think of a mastiff they think of a very large overpowering dog or a guard dog.

To keep their giant bodies healthy they require lots of exercise. There are different sub-types of the Abruzzese Mastiff breed including the lion-like Marsciano the wolf-like Pescocostanzo and the bear-like Peligno and Maiellae Mastiffs. The fawn is generally of light silver shade but may range up to a golden yellow.

The Dogue de Bordeaux Bordeaux Mastiff French Mastiff or Bordeauxdog is a large Mastiff breedand one of the most ancient French dog breeds. Even so not all breeds with the mastiff title will have this distinctive physical quality. Most Mastiff breeds are broad-mouthed dogs.

Brazilian Mastiff Fila Brasileiro. That being said you forgot to mention that the Shar Pei Boxer Cane Corso Cao Fila de Sao Miguel Great Dane Rottweiler and the Tosa of Japan are also considered as Mastiff types of dogs. Coming in different colors like apricot brindle or fawn the American Mastiff often has white markings on its nose chin chest or feet.

One of the heaviest dog breeds a male Mastiff can weigh more than 200 pounds. Argentinian Mastiff Dogo Argentino. Though all of them are mastiffs they are slightly different in features temperament and behavior.

There are various sub-types of Abruzzese Mastiffs including the Marsicano which has a head like a lion the Pescocostanzo which has a wolf-like head the Peligno and the Maiellae which both have bear-like heads and the Aquilano which has the most impressive body structure. The colors of the Mastiff coat are differently described by various kennel clubs but are essentially fawn or apricot or those colors as a base for black brindle. However they tend to show a reduced form of this not like the Pekingese Pug or French Bulldog.

The Mastiff is one of the most ancient types of dog breedsTheir ancestor the Molossus was known 5000 years ago. The Bullmastiff originally from Great Britain may classify as a type of mastiff but is in fact a mastiff mix mastiffs and bulldogs. German Mastiff Great Dane.

The Cane Corso is a large-sized Italian dog breed. I also dont think that the Zorba should be included as a type of mastiff Just my thoughts. This giant breed is an average shedder and will require moderate grooming.

The English French Italian and American Bullmastiff are all very similar in appearance temperament and size. The sub-type with the most impressive and large structure is the Aquilano. This mastiff type is both symmetrical and strong in appearance but not heavy.

Bordeaux Mastiff French Mastiff Dogue de Bordeaux. It is a muscular dog and is related to Neapolitan Mastiff. Apart from the types of mastiff mentioned above there are many others like the French mastiff Tibetan mastiff Japanese mastiff Cuban mastiff and German mastiff.

This mastiff type was originally used as both a guard and ranger dog. Breeds like the Tibetan Mastiff do not have broad mouths for example. The skull is large and bulky the muzzle broad and short brachycephalic and the ears drooping and pendant-shaped.

Also known as the Italian Mastiff it was used as a police dog tracking purposes guardian and protection. Mastiff lovers will enjoy this beautifully photographed wall. This laid-back dignified dog bonds immediately with people and enjoys attention.

The Mastiff also known as the Old English Mastiff is a gentle loyal companion.