 
Spanish Mastiff
adult Spanish Mastiff
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group: molossoid
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height: 28-32",
m 77-80 cm, f 72-75 cm |
| types: |
weight: 121-154
lbs
54.88 -69.85 kg |
| colors: |
fawn,
red, black/white, red-brindle, black-brindle/cream, tiger,
chestnut/white, black, gold/any best-yellow, fawn, red,
black, wolf color, deer color, brindle, parti-colored |
| physical traits: |
large, powerful |
| hair type: |
dense, thick, medium length,
smooth |
personality/
temperament: |
intelligent, alert, rustic,
affectionate, gentle with family, kind, noble, obedient,
self-assured, self-confident, independent, stamina, tendency
to snap, male dominant over other dogs, very defensive to
dangerous animals and strangers, has loud bark, some can
be timid |
maintenance/
special needs:
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needs space, plenty of exercise,
drools, requires fair, caring and consistent training |
| nicknames: |
Mastin Espanol, Mastin de la
Mancha, Mastin de Extremadura |
| origination: |
Spain |
| bred for: |
dog fighting, war dog, hunt
wild boar, livestock guarding |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
companion, security/guard and
defense, watchdog, outdoors, cooler climates, not recommended
for city life |
| good with kids? |
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| life expectancy: |
10-11 yrs |
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| of interest: |
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| kennel clubs: |
fci-(molossoid dog breed group),
arba-(working dog group), ukc-(guarding dog group) |
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