Mastiff History:
History of the Old English Mastiff dates back to 5,000 years ago.
Originally the Mastiff was breed for a war dog even though it is hard to believe with there loyal and loving disposition they carry now days.
Originally the Mastiff was breed for a war dog even though it is hard to believe with there loyal and loving disposition they carry now days.
In later years, the Mastiff was bred less to attack and more as a guardian and pet. When visitors came to the castles, the Mastiff was trained to walk close to the guest and lean heavily against them and growl. This was a show of, "I'm watching you!" rather than, "I'll eat you," and if you've ever had a large Mastiff dog lean all its weight against you and lowly growl, you can see that it's enough to know that you're on notice and best behave yourself.
All of our mastiff's here at the Mastiff Madness house hold have been vigorously played with by our now 12 and 3 year old children. When they've had enough, they just simply walk away.
Some sites may say they are slow learners, but with my experience they are very intelligent and fast learners when worked by a steady, and consistent hand that doesn't try and over train all at once. Easily potty trained and leash broke. They love to please there master, and are very loyal to their home and family members.
All of our mastiff's here at the Mastiff Madness house hold have been vigorously played with by our now 12 and 3 year old children. When they've had enough, they just simply walk away.
Some sites may say they are slow learners, but with my experience they are very intelligent and fast learners when worked by a steady, and consistent hand that doesn't try and over train all at once. Easily potty trained and leash broke. They love to please there master, and are very loyal to their home and family members.
What Mastiff Madness Feeds
For our Adults I have been feeding Tuffy's Gold for over 10 years and though some may frown on ingredients I too sometimes question myself, but growth, health and coat keep pointing back at this is the correct feed for my facility for the time being. So I choose to see the benefits of the food from the food I feed and stick with it.
**Puppies either get Tuffy's Puppy or NutriSource.
For our Adults I have been feeding Tuffy's Gold for over 10 years and though some may frown on ingredients I too sometimes question myself, but growth, health and coat keep pointing back at this is the correct feed for my facility for the time being. So I choose to see the benefits of the food from the food I feed and stick with it.
**Puppies either get Tuffy's Puppy or NutriSource.
Viewable Websites
http://www.akc.org/breeds/mastiff/raph. American Kennel Club
http://www.acacanines.com/ American Canine Association
http://www.aprpets.org/page.php?3 America's Pet Registry, Inc.
www.akcchf.org Canine Health Foundation (prevent/ treat/ care)
http://www.acacanines.com/ American Canine Association
http://www.aprpets.org/page.php?3 America's Pet Registry, Inc.
www.akcchf.org Canine Health Foundation (prevent/ treat/ care)
In Case of Emergency:
Pick 2 Veterinarians of your choice and have the day phone and emergency phone posted in a quick location point and in your mobile phone.
Make an index card with
Pet Name:
Sex:
Date of Birth:
Primary Vet Name & Address:
Phone:
Allergies:
Emergency contact in case you are out of Town:
A thumb nail Photo of Canine on Index Card:
Household Dangers: Symptoms include: vomiting, diarrhea, labored breathing, change in urine color and odor, salivation, weakness. contact vet immediately.
Harmful Foods: Wild Cherry, Almond, Apricot, Balsam Pear, Japanese Palm,
Harmful household Items: Acetaminophen, Antifreeze and other car fluids, Bleach and Cleaning fluid (can have a molecular weight heavier than air so animals inhale it and cause damage to lungs), Boric acid, deodorants, deodorizers, detergents, de-icing salts, disinfectants, drain cleaner, furniture polish, gasoline, hair colorings, weed killer, insecticides, kerosene, matches, mothballs, nail polish & remover, pain, prescription & non prescription drugs, rat poison, rubbing alcohol, shoe polish, sleeping pills, snail or slug bait, turpentine, windshield wiper fluid.
May cause Reaction: Yeast Dough, Coffee Grounds, Macadamia nuts, tomato and potato leaves and stems, Avocado, Onion and its powder, Grapes, Raisins, Chocolate, Pear and peach kernels, mushrooms, rhubarb, Spinach, alcohol.
Pick 2 Veterinarians of your choice and have the day phone and emergency phone posted in a quick location point and in your mobile phone.
Make an index card with
Pet Name:
Sex:
Date of Birth:
Primary Vet Name & Address:
Phone:
Allergies:
Emergency contact in case you are out of Town:
A thumb nail Photo of Canine on Index Card:
Household Dangers: Symptoms include: vomiting, diarrhea, labored breathing, change in urine color and odor, salivation, weakness. contact vet immediately.
Harmful Foods: Wild Cherry, Almond, Apricot, Balsam Pear, Japanese Palm,
Harmful household Items: Acetaminophen, Antifreeze and other car fluids, Bleach and Cleaning fluid (can have a molecular weight heavier than air so animals inhale it and cause damage to lungs), Boric acid, deodorants, deodorizers, detergents, de-icing salts, disinfectants, drain cleaner, furniture polish, gasoline, hair colorings, weed killer, insecticides, kerosene, matches, mothballs, nail polish & remover, pain, prescription & non prescription drugs, rat poison, rubbing alcohol, shoe polish, sleeping pills, snail or slug bait, turpentine, windshield wiper fluid.
May cause Reaction: Yeast Dough, Coffee Grounds, Macadamia nuts, tomato and potato leaves and stems, Avocado, Onion and its powder, Grapes, Raisins, Chocolate, Pear and peach kernels, mushrooms, rhubarb, Spinach, alcohol.