Bullmastiff
Working · giant
Bullmastiffs are large, powerful guardians that are often calm and affectionate with their families.
Breed characteristics
- Breed group
- Working
- Size
- giant
- Weight
- 100–130 lbs
- Height
- 24–27 in
- Life expectancy
- 8–10 years
- Origin
- England
- Temperament
- calm, loyal, protective
- Exercise needs
- Average
- Grooming needs
- Low
- Trainability
- High
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Good with children
- Yes
- Good with other dogs
- Yes
- Apartment friendly
- No
Bullmastiffs do not usually need extreme amounts of exercise but benefit from daily walks and structured activity.
Their short coat is easy to maintain. Early socialization and confident training are particularly important given their size.