 
Dogue de Bordeaux
Dogue de Bordeaux
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| group: working / molossoid |
height: 23-27"
/ 58.4-68.6 cm |
| types: |
weight: 80-100
lbs /
36.3-45.35 kg |
| colors: |
golden/tawny
fawn, mahogany/mahogany(reddish brown) or range of fawn
shades |
| physical traits: |
massive, imposing, muscular, |
| hair type: |
short, fine, soft |
personality/
temperament: |
gentle, calm, proud,
devoted, courageous, attentive, curious, brave, pugnacious,
vigilant, affectionate, eager to please, forms close bonds
with owners, wary of strangers, some can be aggressive to
other dogs |
maintenance/
special needs:
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exercise, little grooming,
drools, lots of food, |
| nickname: |
French Mastiff, Bordeaux
Mastiff, bordeaux Bulldog, Bordeaux Dog, 'the Butcher's Dog' |
| origination: |
France |
| bred for: |
bull and bear baiting,
dog fighting, guarding, game hunting/fighting |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
city or country life,
family, watchdog, companion, guard dog |
| good with kids? |
yes, supervise because
of size |
| of interest: |
sometimes birth requires
Caesarian section as heads are too large |
| life expectancy: |
10-12 yrs |
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| kennel clubs: |
fci-(Mastiff type Molossoid
dog breed), arba, saku-(working dog group), ukc-(guarding
dog group), uk, ankc, nzkc-(utility dog group) |
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| books on this
breed: |
Dogue
De Bordeaux: A Comprehensive Owner's Guide (Kennel Club
Dog Breed Series) |
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