Dogue De Bordeaux

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Group:	Working
Size:	Large
Life Span:	10-12 years
Height:	Male: 24-27 inches
	Female: 23-26 inches
Weight:	Male: 110-140 lbs
	Female: 99-130 lbs

Coat :	Fine and smooth
Gait :	Free and elastic
Color(s) :	all shades of Fawn
Living Area :	Any
Hair Length:	Short
Exercise Need :	Daily long walk
Recognized By :	(ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ORBEA) (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America (AKC) American Kennel Club
Date of Origin :	Ancient
Place of Origin :	France
Todays Use :	Guard Dog
Originally Used :	Guard Dog, Hunting Dog
Other Name :	French Mastiff, Bordeaux Mastiff, Bordeaux Bulldog

The origin of the Dogue De Bordeaux, also known as the French Mastiff, lies in the Bordeaux region of France. The breed is believed to date back to the 14th century is one of the oldest known French breeds. However, there are numerous theories suggesting the origins of the breed. Some theories suggest that the ancestry of the breed lies in the Bull Mastiff while others suggest that the breed may have descended from Tibetan Mastiff or the Roman Molossoids. In the olden days, the breed was categorized into two different varieties- the Dogue and the Doguins. While the Dogue were the larger variety, the Doguins were the smaller variety. The latter have perished a long time back. Even before that, the breed was categorized into three different breeds according to the region of France it was bred in viz. Bordeaux, Parisian and Toulouse. It was primarily used as a hunting dog for hunting bulls, foxes etc. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 2008.

The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large dog with a heavy, muscular frame, similar to that of the Tibetan Mastiff or the English Mastiff. It has a large, trapezium shaped head; oval shaped eyes; small ears with a slight rounded tip and carried close to the head; a broad, black nose with flared nostrils; a broad, powerful, deep and a rather stocky muzzle; slightly pendulous lips which are black in color with teeth which meet in an undershot bite. This breed has a medium sized tail which is low-set. The tail is carried down when relaxed and at or slightly above the level of the back when relaxed. However, it is never carried over the back. It has medium sized, muscular legs with small but strong feet. It has a short coat which is fine and smooth in texture. Its skin is thick and loose. The color if its coat can be any shade of fawn with a black, brown or red mask and, also with little white markings on the chest and tips of the toes.

The Dogue de Bordeaux is an obedient breed with a calm demeanor. It is good with children as well as other dogs. However, caution is advised with other pets such as cats, rabbits etc. because of the breed’s strong hunting instincts. It is slightly reserved with strangers and given the huge size of the dog, it makes for an excellent watch dog and a guard dog. It is easy to train. However, training must start at an early age when the dog is still in a manageable size. It is a moderately active breed which adapts well to an apartment life if sufficiently exercised.

The Dogue De Bordeaux is an average shedder. The short and smooth coat of this dog is easy to groom. Brushing the coat once in a week with a firm bristle brush is sufficient to maintain a healthy looking coat. It should be bathed only when necessary and needs to be dried properly after each bath. Special care should be taken to clean its fold and wrinkles regularly. Its eyes and ears should be cleaned regularly and nail should be trimmed properly to avoid any injury. It is prone to drool and snore.

It is a moderately active breed. However, long walks several times a day are necessary to help the dog get rid of its pent up energy. Walks should be supplemented with a playing session or jogging on a regular basis. It has a tendency to gain weight quickly so overfeeding should be avoided. Small frequent meals are recommended instead of a large meal.

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The Dogue De Bordeaux is prone to some health issues like hip Dysplasia, Epilepsy, Heart diseases etc.

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