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Mastiffs

Mastiffs are a large breed of dog that include the Bull/English Mastiff, the Neapolitan/Italian Mastiff and the French Mastiff, and were, historically, a working breed that have been used as fierce guard dogs and blood-sport fighting dogs. Today, Mastiffs are a much more docile companion that are enjoyed by their owners all over the world. Questions about Mastiffs can be asked and answered here.

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I have a 6 month old English Mastiff. She looks at me and barks for no reason. Sometimes she looks like she barks but no noise comes out. Could she be challenging me?

The most obvious reason your dog may be barking is that she needs or wants something from you, like food, water, or a walk. Maybe her favorite toy is stuck underneath the couch, or the cat is sleeping in her bed. The barking should stop once you identify the problem and fix it.

Sometimes dogs bark just because no one is paying attention to them. This is similar to how little kids whine when they’re bored with the grownup talk at the dinner table. Your dog wants someone to play with or something to occupy her.

Barking can be your dog’s way of saying that she is scared or anxious. If your dog is also pacing, trembling, or panting while barking, she is likely fearful or anxious about something. Perhaps there is a new guest or resident in the house making your dog nervous, or perhaps she is worried because someone is missing.

Barking could be an indication that your dog is in some kind of physical distress. If she barks every time he tries to go up the stairs or jump on the couch, she may have joint pain because of arthritis.

Barking can be a submissive behavior — a way of saying “You’re the boss.” When you scold your dog for chewing your shoes or tipping over the trash can, she might bark as part of his apology.

How much should you feed your french mastiff?

It depends on a number of factors, including age, bone structure, and energy level, as well as the quality of the food you give him. What important is he amount of food your dog gets is his overall condition.

What should you pay for your blue Italian mastiff puppy?

i would pay around 500 to 1000$ for a puppy like that!!! call me crazy but i love mastiffs!!!!

Why is Arabic coffee the strongest coffee in the world?

The breed of coffee bean and the way it is roasted. I like Italian roast because it is almost as strong without the bitter after taste.

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What is the bite power of a Pakistani mastiff?

As its a giant breed and google isn't always true I think it must be 500 psi at least

What type of work did the English settlers do?

During the Colonial period most people were farmers but there were also craftsmen such as coopers, shoemakers, tailors, smiths (Paul Revere was a silver smith). There were also carpenters and masons. There were printers of course. There were professional men, doctors, lawyers, teachers. Shipbuilding was a major indistry which required scores of different kinds of skilled and unskilled laborors. Fishing was very important in New England. This is only a partial list. Michael Montagne

What is the strongest beer in the world?

Given that cider is made from apple juice which has a natural limit of the amount of sugar it contains and that you can't keep adding sugar to it like you can with beer, the limit of alcohol of a "real" cider is under 9% abv

What is stronger the English mastiff or south African boerboel?

English mastiff are heavier but south African borboel are farmer dogs and they are been pet in Africa for protecting farmers farm so they are more powerful then engilsh mastiff

Are french mastiffs good with kids?

Well it really depends on the age of the children. If they are under 8 I would not suggest it as Dogue de Bordeaux's are very strong and can easily knock over a child. It also depends on the temperament of the dogue as they are usually lovely and friendly with children, like my one doesn't mind me and my brothers playing with him and he loves attention especially hugs, but if you know the father and mother can be unsafe with children I would suggest about age 13 and over.

How much should a 13 week old female mastiff weigh?

A 13-week-old female mastiff typically weighs between 25 to 40 pounds, depending on her genetics, diet, and overall health. It's important to monitor her growth and ensure she is gaining weight steadily. Regular vet check-ups can help assess if she is on track for her breed's growth standards. Proper nutrition and exercise are also crucial during this stage of development.

Are mastiffs good indoor dogs?

Any dog when raised properly has the potential to make a great indoor pet. However, when it comes to the "giant" breeds, if you can't handle clumsiness during play time, I'd recommend getting a smaller dog.

How much does a full grown Ultimate Mastiff weigh?

More or less 170 pounds

I have a 3 year old male Ultimate Mastiff and he recently weighed in at 89kg (196lbs) and that is after having him on a leaner diet!! I am 5'10 and he stands my mid thigh height at his shoulders. Our Vet informs me that he has reached his grown height; but will continue to fill out until 4yrs old. So who knows how heavy he will be at 4!

He is the typical UM, affectionate, loyal, protective, cuddly, easy going - almost aloof at times with his family and adores children. However he also posesses the flip side of the traits too.. he dislikes all male dogs regardless of his puppy school and obedience training (which we decided to stop attending due to his dog aggression issues and his size made him appear to be Cujo to other owners). He is always 'on duty', every sparrow fart is barked at, stared at, stalked, investigated and intimidated. He adores our APBTxABD girl and cries almost like a wolf when they are separated. Our Siamese cat however is another story... mutual hate mixed with mutual respect I think!

Ultimate Mastiffs are a big machine that push the boundaries constantly. They need a confident, dominant owner to keep them in their place within the family or they quickly try to assert themselves. They are definitely not a breed for beginners or those who don't understand their unique set of needs. Their sheer size dictates that what would be a small problem in a Labrador presents as a really big issue in the UM.

Knowing what I know now; I would own another in a heartbeat - but wish I had been better informed about their characteristics beforehand as they are nothing like any of the other Mastiff breeds I have owned before.

How much should an 8 month old mastiff male weigh?

My boy is exactly 8 months and weighs 125. There is a good chart online, but it is about to run out of info at 10 or 11 months. Your vet should be able to give you an acceptable range of where your dog should be at any given age.

Will a neapolitan mastiff be aggressive towards strangers?

We have an eleven month old Neo. She is very territorial and aggressive towards strangers and other dogs. She is a baby to her family, very loyal. But, I worry when my kids bring their friends over. My UPS man hates us!!!

Do Rottweillers have an aggressive attitude toward their owners with time You've had her for about three months and she's one year old - she's very aggressive with the neighbors but not us yet?

This is most likely due to a socialization issue. If she is not aggressive outside the home it may be due to her territory. Make sure you have her spayed. Work with the neighbor by interacting together in a positive manner and reward for good interaction. If that doesn't help then discuss with your veterinarian for a behavior consult.

11-10-08 UK. I fully agree with the above answer, do you know what has happened to her in her former home? I don't believe that any one breed is more aggressive than another, however, i do believe that the way an owner trains and treats a dog is paramount to how they behave in future. This breed, along with many other that are traditionally used to guard, can of course learn to be aggressive, but so can a Yorkshire terrier.

I think this is a territorial thing, as well as protection towards her new family, you, but you do need to see a professional because it could well be that old chestnut, fear agression and that's a tricky one to deal with because you have to understand what and why is making your dog afraid. However, don't be despondent because you have a young dog here, plenty of scope to change her behaviour.

I'm going to give you a few starters to practice with to see if you can improve this. When we bring a doggie home, particularly a rescue dog, we all coo over it and fuss, and its so easy to think "oh poor thing its had such a bad time, lets make it all better!" Actually, what better serves the dog, but goes against human nature, is to show the dog immediately that it is low in the pack and that all humans are above it. This means that the dog will wait before you go in and out of any door, the car, will walk to heel on the lead. The dog that pulls and pushes you around thinks it is top dog. You greet your family members when you come home, then you greet the dog, even if its has it paws on your shoulders when you come in. You have you meal with your family, then you feed the dog - in nature this is exactly what happens in a pack - the top dog eats first and has the best, the pack members accept this and wait their turn. If they don't they are bitten and threatened. Don't try to bite your rottweiller! Any unwanted behaviour can (with practice) be controlled by a low deep growl from you! The dog has to understand its place within its family and if not taught will assume leadership. It won't take any notice of you when youwant it to come to you, it won't stop what it is doing when you want it to, and all your property becomes its personal property. And I promise you, not all dogs wish to be top dog, and are very uncomfortable when they feel they have no choice but to take the lead - this in turns sparks aggressive behaviour as that is the only way the dog has off showing its authority and meaning it. It doesn't want your neighbours to come onto its property in case they harm its pack.

It is of course desireable to have a good guard dog to protect the home, but a very fine balance has to be achieved here. It is perfectly ok for your dog to warn you by barking that someone is at the door and you should teach him "thank you for telling me but I will deal with it." But, a dog that is going mental at the door because the postman has arrived has to be taught right from wrong. This is because when he is doing this he sees the postman as a threat - he barks goes mad posties walks way (because he has delivered the post) however, your dog thinks the postie has done a runner because of his actions - which teaches him to do it to anything he sees as a threat. I rather suspect this may be what is happening with your neighbours - especially if from time to time they cross the boundary on to your property.

Last tip then, invite the neighbours to your home for a drink one evening. Have someone holding the dogs collar. Let him warn you that someone is at the door, then hold the collar and make him lie down whilst someone opens the door. Make a hige delighted show of having your neighbours round, and tell the dog "Bob - friends". Everyone should be comfortably seated but should also have a doggie treat on them. Put the dog on his lead and allow him into the room. As he approaches the first stranger, if the reception is good, have that person give him his treat whilst telling him he is a good boy. Do this with each prson in the room that is a visitor, but ensure he is on the lead. It may take several visits for him to completely relax but he will get the message that if people are at your home socialising with you they are generally ok, and that youwill decide who comes in the house and who doesn't. Also, whoever is holding the lead during the exercise shuld ensure that they too are relaxed about this - if you are nervous your dog will know immediately and will try to take over in an effort to protect you from what you appear to be afraid of - or will learn Tobe afraid himself and here we go again - lets attack because that makes my fears go away!

Hope this helps - I know all this because of my border collie who is suffering fear aggression of other dogs because he's never been socialised (rescue dogs) but is the hero of the local cats because he was brought up with them and loves them!

Who is the world's strongest boy?

There is no internationally recognized competition for minors in feats of strength. Candidates could include gymnasts, weightlifters, football players, and other athletes.

Samuel Harvill (born 1994) attended Shiloh Christian High School in Arkansas, and demonstrated exceptional strength and stamina in college football combines. He set a world record in the bench press at age 16. (At 14, he was already 6 foot tall and weighed 239 pounds.)

At the younger end is Giuliano Stroe (born 1995) of Romania, who has done a world record 20 "air push-ups" (only hands touch the floor).

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Former Strongest Kid (turned 18 on April 15, 2010)

Richard Sandrak (born April 15, 1992 in the Ukraine) is a US bodybuilder, martial artist and actor. He was known as "Little Hercules". He starred in the 2003 documentary, "The World's Strongest Boy".