Mastiffs - Breeders - What Does a Rescue Do?
Breed rescues deal with re-homing abandoned Mastiffs and helping the public learn more about the breed and responsible ownership. Anyone who is going to adopt a Mastiff from a rescue organization should contact a few rescues and breed clubs that perform rescue services. After a thorough consideration and a home visit, rescue officers will decide if you will be able to care for a Mastiff properly.
Before contacting a rescue try to educate yourself about Mastiffs all you can. These dogs are said to be hard to own. They need specific living conditions and do not always do well with other animals and humans. Please, do not make a premature decision to adopt a Mastiff.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Pets for Children
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Albertapride Bullmastiffs
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If your wish to adopt a Mastiff is provoked by everlasting desire of your children to have a big dog as a play companion, forget about Mastiffs. Though loyal, these dogs are said to be good with children when raised together from an early age. They will hardly meet your kids' demands for play companionship and other entertainment. Moreover, large animals can unintentionally hurt children.
Mastiffs - Breeders - In the Backyard
Mastiffs do need a great deal of space. They enjoy stretching out in the shade watching everybody with a sort of philosophic expression. A nice backyard will suit Mastiffs to a T. Yet, Mastiffs are rather dependent on their owners. They need to constantly follow their masters and will not bear loneliness. A cold garage seems to be a poor substitution for a house.
It should be kept in mind that Mastiffs need a special bed. Let it be a quiet place covered with some soft materials. Mastiffs should not sleep on the bare floor since it leads to skin injuries.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Training
Mastiffs are intelligent dogs that do need obedience training. They are said to progress when positive methods are used. Rescue officers will be glad to give you a piece of advice on training your dog. Mastiffs that display behavioral problems are not usually re-homed. Mastiffs - Breeders - Caring for the Coat
Mastiffs are short-coated dogs and therefore, do not need a lot of care. Occasional brushing will be enough to keep their coat healthy. Special attention should be given to wrinkles. Wipe these areas with a damp cloth and check for skin injuries. Wiping your dog's face is necessary since Mastiffs drool.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Clubs Links
Mastiffs - Breeders - Clubs Links - US
Dogue de Bordeaux Society - Links, news, information, shows, standards, and other info.
Pacific Northwest Mastiff Fanciers - Club officers and board members, history, code of ethics, event calendar, rescue and links.
Southwestern Neo Club - Organization devoted to the promoting sound health of the Italian Mastiff. Read about special events and shows, and find membership information.
United States Bordeaux Corporation - Dedicated to the preservation and betterment of the Dogue de Bordeaux. Breed standard, show information, rescue, photo gallery, newsletter, membership, merchandise, and links.
United States Neapolitan Mastiff Club - USNMC Breed and club information, shows and events, AKC and the Neapolitan Mastiff.
Old English Mastiff Club - Established in 1883, club offers information on events, breeders, standard, and more.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Clubs Links - International
B.D.C.N. - Dogue de Bordeaux Club located in the Netherlands.
Canadian National Neapolitan Mastiff Club - Officers, membership, code of ethics, shows, photo gallery, and breeders.
Club fur Molosser e.V. - Molosser Club in Germany with info on the Dogue de Bordeaux, English Mastiff, Bullmastiff, and other breeds.
Mastiff Club of Victoria - Mastiff club located in Victoria, Australia. Information about Mastiff health and temperament, the club, club activities and events, and photo gallery.
MCA - Molosser Club of Austria - Breed info from the Molosser Club located in Austria.
Nederlandishe Molosser Club - Breed standard, pictures, and activities.
Neapolitan Mastiff Club - Molosser Club located in Switzerland, offers history of the breed, standard, and a photo gallery.
Dansk Mastiff Klub - Located in Denmark.
Russian National Neapolitan Mastiff Club - Officers, and a list of kennels located in Russia.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Rescues Links
Mastiffs - Breeders - Rescues Links - US
Mastiff Rescue of the Great Lakes Region - This is the regional site for MCOA Mastiff Rescue in the Great Lakes Region.
Mountain States Mastiff Rescue - Specializes in finding homes for Mastiffs that are either stray or abandoned by their owners. Site includes adoption information, success stories, poems, and descriptions and photos of available dogs.
Neomastiff Rescue -Dogs available for adoption and adoption papers.
USNMC Rescue Program - Things to consider when adopting a Neapolitan Mastiff.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Rescues Links - International
Molosser In Not - Rescues Molosser breeds in Germany.
Mastiffs - Breeders - Other Related Links
Chance De Dame Dogue De Bordeaux - Breeders offer stud services, and Dogue De Bordeaux related links. UK.
CKC - Dogue De Bordeaux - History, facts, choosing a puppy, grooming, exercise, and other information supplied by the Continental Kennel Club.
The Dogue De Bordeaux - Consider buying a book by Joseph Janish.
Dogs in Canada - Mastiff - History and characteristics of the Mastiff. Find breeders and clubs located in Canada.
Dogue de Bordeaux Information - History, description, exercise needs, and other information.
Dogue De Bordeauxs - History and characteristics of the breed, links to breeders, clubs, rescues, and a photo gallery.
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Magnufi Neapolitan Mastiffs
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Devine Farm Mastiff - Extensive health information, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), PRA DNA test, health certificates, titles, breeding, breeders, books, details on hundreds of Mastiff stud dogs, stud dog statistics, and photos.
Elthon, 100% Mastiff - Article about a distinguished Mastiff from France.
Genetic Defects Causing Blindness in the English Mastiff - Article discusses health issues.
Mastiff Links - Breed related sites.
Molosse Antique de Norvege - Breeders in Norway with litter announcements and pictures.
Neapolitan Mastiffs - What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em? - Discusses strong and weak points of the breed.
Neo's Info - Facts about the Neapolitan Mastiff.
NZKC - Neapolitan Mastiff - Learn more about your favorite breed. Characteristics, upkeep, and other information.
The Restored Neapolitan Mastiff - Breeders of Neapolitan Mastiffs share their experience when buying and raising a puppy.
