Whats the difference between a Mastiff and a Bullmastiff?
The Mastiff is an ancient British breed and its history can be traced back over 2,000 years. The Bullmastiff is a relatively recent breed developed from crossing Mastiff (60%) and Bulldog (40%) stock. The Bullmastiff’s shorter, more compact, more muscular look; shorter muzzle; higher energy level and greater stubbornness are derived from the Bulldog part of the Bullmastiff’s ancestry. The most noticeable differences are temperament, the conformation of the heads and overall size of the dogs. Mastiffs have a mellower, more relaxed temperament, compared to the pushier, more active temperament of the typical Bullmastiff. The Mastiff’s forehead should be slightly curved and the stop (indentation between the eyes) well marked but not too abrupt while the Bullmastiff’s forehead should be flat and the stop moderate. Mastiff males should be at least 30″ at the shoulder and females 27 1/2″ at the shoulder, with no upper limit for height. Bullmastiff males should be between 25-27″ at the shoulde
