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Do mastiffs make a good family dog?

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16y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

They tend to grow huge, so they cost a lot in food. They are also prone to Arthritis and related injuries due to their weight. The skin folds in their faces can cause eye damages and require surgery. But if you're OK with that they're supposed to be good natured and calm animals.

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