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Bullmastiff
dog breed
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Weight
52–61 kg
Size
Giant
Lifespan
7–10 ans
Energy
Moyen
Coat
Beige, fawn, brindle
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Bullmastiff (sometimes spelled bull mastiff) is a dogue of British origin. The bite force of the Bullmastiff can reach 552 pounds-force per square inch or 38.8 kgf/cm2.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Giant size (52–61 kg) — life expectancy often shorter, monitor joints.
- 2Life expectancy: 7 to 10 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day are sufficient.
- 4Moderate grooming — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Bullmastiff
Origins & history
A story told
The Bullmastiff was created in the early 19th century to combat nocturnal poaching. British landowners sought to obtain through crosses between the Mastiff (large and heavy) and an old type of English Bulldog (fast and active, a dog suited to this use). It was then the dog of gamekeepers; it had to be capable of pinning a man to the ground and keeping him there pending orders. It was later used as a police dog.
Character
Daily temperament
Its construction is powerful but harmonious in its forms, it gives a great impression of strength but without heaviness. It is endowed with a strong and square head, its body is compact and robust. Its coat is short with a dense undercoat, its coat is fawn or brindled. Its weight varies from about forty to sixty kilos for a height at the withers ranging from 61 to 69 cm. It is a powerful, enduring and active dog. Its loyalty and devotion to its masters are boundless. Possessing great vigilance, it is an excellent guardian. The Bullmastiff is a very sociable dog, gentle with children but also with strangers.
Physical
Breed standard
Its construction is powerful but harmonious in its forms, it gives a great impression of strength but without heaviness. It is endowed with a strong and square head, its body is compact and robust. Its coat is short with a dense undercoat, its coat is fawn or brindled. Its weight varies from about forty to sixty kilos for a height at the withers ranging from 61 to 69 cm. It is a powerful, enduring and active dog. Its loyalty and devotion to its masters are boundless. Possessing great vigilance, it is an excellent guardian. The Bullmastiff is a very sociable dog, gentle with children but also with strangers.
Chapter 2
Daily life
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Bullmastiff of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of bullmastiff (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a bullmastiff ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 7–10 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
plus de 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
31years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +7 per year for a géant dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Health
Health watch
The Bullmastiff is an affectionate dog, it loves its peers except some males. It likes walks, but cannot tolerate heat, this is due to its short muzzle, it must be well hydrated. Concerning health, it is part of the mastiff family, small abscess on the level of the paws to watch. To treat it, put baking soda in a sachet with water and massage the paw. The infection will stop.
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Like most large-breed dogs, the Bullmastiff can be subject to dysplasia (joint arthritis). It is quite expensive in food. You have to take the best to maintain its musculature. It will need to be monitored as Bullmastiffs are very greedy. Lifespan: 7 years on average, according to surveys of breeders and owners. The price of the dog varies between 1300 euros and 1500 euros. It is predisposed to pulmonary stenosis.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a bullmastiff ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
531 g
per day · 2020 kcal
266 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Bullmastiff
Does the Bullmastiff suit apartment living?+
How much exercise per day for a Bullmastiff?+
What is the life expectancy of a Bullmastiff?+
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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