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Dogue de Bordeaux
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Dogue de Bordeaux
(French Mastiff)
(Bordeaux
Bulldog)
Dogue de Bordeauxs - female: Red Autumn Roxy, (Roxy) 2 ˝ yrs, 119 lb., "family instigator" male: Tonka Toy Rhys, (Reese) 2 yrs, 128 lb., "gullible and protective to his
family"
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Description |
The Dogue de Bordeaux also called the French
Mastiff and sometimes called the Bordeaux Bulldog is a relatively short, stocky mastiff. The wrinkled head is massive, heavy and broad. Males can have a head circumference of 27-30 inches (68-75cm). The muzzle is somewhat short (1/3 the total length of the head), wide, powerful and thick, with a pronounced stop. The nose is large with wide-open nostrils, color depends on the mask of the dog. The teeth meet in an underbite. The upper lips hang thickly down over the
lower jaw. The thick skin on the neck is loose, forming a noticeable dewlap. The eyes are hazel to dark brown depending on the color of the dog and are set wide apart. The ears are small, hanging down, in proportion to the dog and are darker in color. The tail is thick at the base tapering to a point. The chest is deep, broad reaching lower than the elbows. The legs are muscular. The coat is short and soft with loose fitting skin. Coat colors include various shades of fawn to mahogany with a darker red or black mask around and under the nose including the lips and eye rims. There are sometimes white markings on the chest and tips of the toes. |
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Temperament |
The Bordeaux has a good and calm
temperament. It is extremely loyal, patient and devoted to his family. Fearless
and confrontational with strangers, he is a first class watch and guard dog.
Socialize very well with
other animals, preferably starting from an early age to avoid them being aggressive with other dogs. The Dogue de Bordeaux snores and drools. Despite his fearsome appearance, the Dogue de
Bordeaux is gentle with children and family members. However this is a powerful
animal, and is not suitable for an inexperienced dog owner. The objective in training this
dog is to achieve a pack leader status. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in their pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates
under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined and rules are set. You and all other humans MUST be higher up in the order than the dog. That is the only way your relationship can be a success. This breed needs a calm, but firm owner who displays a natural authority over the dog. One who is confident and consistent. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 23-30 inches (58-75cm)
Weight: 120-145 pounds (54.4-65.2kg) |
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Health Problems |
Most are healthy, but the breed can be prone to hip dysplacia. There are also cases of epilepsy, heartproblems and hyperkeratosis. Dams often have to have cesareans. |
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Living Conditions |
This breed will do okay in an apartment if it is
sufficiently exercised. They are very inactive indoors and will do okay without
a yard. |
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Exercise |
Needs lots of exercise. They
need to be taken on a
daily, long walk. Dogs who lack in mental and or physical exercise can develop behavior issues. |
Litter Size |
Often small. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 10-12 years. |
Grooming |
Very little is needed. This breed is an average
shedder. |
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Origin |
There are numerous theories about the origin the
Dogue de Bordeaux. It may be descended from the Bulldog, Tibetan Mastiff and from the Greek and Roman Molossus, from
mastiffs brought to Europe by the Alans, from the dogs of Aquitaine or from
Spanish dogs from Burgos. At the end of the middle ages, the dog was used as a cattle driver and
personal bodyguard. Lots of Dogues died during the French Revolution. After the war number rose again. Raymond Triquet and his French
Dogue de Bordeaux Club saved the breed. The Dogue de Bordeaux is now thoroughly
established in France and gaining popularity in other countries. The breed has served as a war dog, flock guardian, cattle herder, guard dog, trained to bait bulls, bears, and jaguars, and a hunter of boars. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 2008. |
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Mastiff |
Recognition |
ANKC, FCI, NKC, NZKC, CKC, ORBEA, APRI, ACR, DRA, AKC, NAPR |
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ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
OREBA = Old
Red English Bulldogges Association & Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
AKC = American
Kennel Club
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc. |
Reese and Roxy, the
Dogue de Bordeauxs at about 2 years old.
Ti Amo de Dame Midnight aka Meeko. Photo Courtesy of Kennel Hall of Fame.
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Australian Champion Runderkraal - Chevelle at 12 weeks - Chienparadis Kennels.
And this is her at 16 months. Look how much she grew! Chienparadis Kennels.
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"This is Tars Tarkas my 15 Month Old
Male Dogue De Bordeaux on his Volunteer Therapy Visit to our local Seniors Home.
Tarkas became a Certified Therapy Dog at age 1 year & 10 days. His so gentle and
loving nature makes him a wonderful therapy Dog."
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Max the Dogue de Bordeaux (French Mastiff) at 6 years old.
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