Breed Group: Working

Size: Large

Height: 24-27 inches

Weight: 100-130 pounds

Coat Type: Short, dense, and weather-resistant; requires minimal grooming.

Coat Colors: Fawn, Red, and Brindle—often with a black mask.

Temperament: Confident, calm, and watchful. Deeply loyal to family, protective without being aggressive.

Energy Level: Moderate. Balanced between laid-back indoors and alert outdoors.

Good with Children: Yes

Good with Other Pets: No

Trainability: Moderate. Requires patient and firm handling with early socialization.

Barking Tendency: Low. Generally quiet, barks only when necessary.

Lifespan: 8-10 years

Health Issues: Prone to Hip Dysplasia, Bloat (Gastric Torsion), and congenital heart disease. Routine vet checks are essential.

Exercise Requirements: Moderate. Needs daily walks and mental stimulation to stay fit and focused.

Hypoallergenic: No

History: Developed in 19th-century England by crossing Bulldogs and Mastiffs, the Bullmastiff was bred to be a silent yet powerful estate guardian. Its duties included tracking, pinning down, and detaining poachers without mauling them.