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The English Mastiff<\/strong> is a breed that embodies grandeur, power, and calm. This giant dog, one of the heaviest in the world, impresses with its sheer size, but beneath that formidable exterior hides an incredibly good-natured and devoted heart. Despite its dimensions, the Mastiff can be a wonderful companion for a family. It isn’t prone to aggression without cause and treats strangers with caution rather than hostility. One gets the impression that English Mastiffs are fully aware of their power and see no need to prove it unnecessarily. They are calm, balanced, and love their family boundlessly, becoming a reliable protector. Learn more on Tvaryny<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A brief overview of the English Mastiff breed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Origin<\/strong><\/td>Great Britain<\/td><\/tr>
First Mention<\/strong><\/td>Ancient times, modern standard from the 19th C.<\/td><\/tr>
Life Expectancy<\/strong><\/td>6-10 years<\/td><\/tr>
Height at Withers<\/strong><\/td>Males: from 76 cm, Females: from 70 cm<\/td><\/tr>
Weight<\/strong><\/td>Males: 73-100 kg, Females: 54-77 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Temperament<\/strong><\/td>Calm, devoted, brave, good-natured<\/td><\/tr>
Activity Needs<\/strong><\/td>Low<\/td><\/tr>
Drooling Tendency<\/strong><\/td>High<\/td><\/tr>
Snoring Tendency<\/strong><\/td>High<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

History of the breed’s origin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The history of the English Mastiff goes back to ancient times, and tracing it to the very beginning is almost impossible. It is believed that huge dogs, similar to Mastiffs, arrived in Britain with Celtic tribes migrating across Europe. Thanks to island isolation, a unique type of war dog was formed here, impressing with its strength and courage. When the Romans invaded the British Isles, they were so astonished by these fierce dogs that they began exporting them to Rome to participate in gladiatorial combat in arenas, where their opponents were bears, lions, and bulls. It was likely the Romans who gave them the name “Mastiff” (from the Latin mansuetus<\/em> – “tame” or “domesticated”, which is somewhat ironic).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In medieval England, Mastiffs were used as reliable guardians for castles and estates, as well as for hunting big game such as wolves and bears. Over time, as the need for fighting and hunting dogs vanished, the breed found itself on the brink of extinction, particulary after the Second World War. To restore the population, enthusiasts had to make considerable efforts, crossing the surviving purebred Mastiffs with representatives of other molosser breeds, such as the Bullmastiff<\/a> and, possibly, the Great Dane<\/a>. Thanks to this selective breeding work, they managed to revive the breed, and the modern English Mastiff is the result of the titanic work of breeders, retaining its grandeur but becoming significantly kinder and calmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What the English Mastiff looks like: standard and appearance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The English Mastiff is a dog that impresses with a harmonious combination of power and nobility. Its body is massive and muscular, with a broad and deep chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n