Dog breed catalog

Pinscher and Schanuzer - Molossoid Breeds - Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs

SPANISH MASTIFF

Classification	Code
2	FCI-Standard N° 91

Use:

Guard and defense.

appearance:

It is a dog of great size, hypermetic, of medium proportions and of sub-long line structure. Well balanced, very powerful and muscular. Compact bone structure. Massive head and a body covered with a semi-long coat. Most important are balance and functional harmony in the dog standing as well on the move. His bark is raucous, low pitched and deep, very sonorous, audible from a considerable distance.

temperament:

It is a very intelligent dog, not without beauty, whose expression manifests both these qualities. Rustic, affectionate, kind and noble, he is very determined when facing dangerous animals and in front of strangers, especially when he has the opportunity to defend and protect farms or cattle. In his behaviour, one can see it is a dog sure of himself, determining his strength because he is aware of his enormous power.

size:

There is no upper limit of size, the subjects of greatest size being the ones most highly thought after providing they are of harmonious proportions. Height at the withers : Minimum size for males : 77 cm. for bitches : 72 cm. It is desirable that these measurements be amply exceded; the size in males should be over 80 cm, and in females over 75 cm.

criteria:

A,E,G

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