Tracking and sniffing is the Brazilian mastiff’s job, the gentle giants are a cross between a mastiff and a bloodhound. Giving them their full title of Fila Brasilerio they originate from Brazil and were introduced to the United States of America by the Conquistadors. In the early years of the breed its main purpose was to guard plantations.
the colouring of the large dogs can vary from tan to black, also brindled dogs been desirable. These friendly giants can reach up to weights over 100 pounds and be 2 feet to the shoulder, the neck and face have characteristics of the bloodhound.
the Brazilian mastiff is gentle as all mastiffs can be, Very loyal and can be aggressive when required, very suitable for guard dog material. They are renowned for been good with kids and do make a loveable family member.
the hunting instinct is real in the Brazilian mastiff because of its half brother the blood hound, the Fila part of the breeds full name means to hold in Portuguese which is part of the dogs role in the process of hunting, the mastiff will track, catch and hold the capture until it’s master arrives.
this breed is not prone to obesity so they are more athletic and a generally healthier dog’s, along with this comes the loyalty and protective side of the mastiff.
One of the downside traits of the mastiff is their dislike for strangers, they have been known to attack for no reason, so be warned if you have a tradesman coming to the house make sure your protective giant is out of the way.
The way to a Brazilian mastiff’s heart is food and love, feed them and spend quality time with your dogs and the will repay you with loyalty and be protective till the end, they have even been known to be slightly aggressive to judges in dog shows.
So if your in the market for a Brazilian mastiff be sure to ask the right questions, make sure your breeder is above board and will provide references upon request, and if you do not know ask some one who does.
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