Dogue de Bordeaux
Also called Bordeaux Mastiff, Bordeauxdog and French Mastiff
- Great with kids
The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large breed of dog that originated in France. It is a powerful and athletic breed, with a short, smooth coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Dogue de Bordeaux is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.
- Weight
- 99–154 lb (45–70 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 23–27 in (58–68 cm)
- Life span
- 5–8 years
- Exercise
- About 45 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Smooth
- Origin
- Bordeaux, Aquitaine, France (14th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Wary of other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Calm
- Apartment living: Can manage in an apartment
- Barking: Barks a little
- Training: Fairly easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Drools heavily
Temperament
Affectionate
Calm
Courageous
Loyal
Protective
Vigilant
Coat colours
Dark red fawn, light fawn and mahogany fawn
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 110–154 lb (50–70 kg) | 99–119 lb (45–54 kg) |
| Height | 24–27 in (60–68 cm) | 23–26 in (58–66 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Dogue de Bordeaux
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Breeds of a similar size
All giant breeds
Sources
- Official Standard of the Dogue de Bordeaux - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Dogue de Bordeaux - United Kennel Club (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Dogue de Bordeaux | Breed Standards | The Kennel Club (opens in a new tab)
- Dogue de Bordeaux Facts: 7 Things to Know About This French Breed (opens in a new tab)
- Dogue de Bordeaux - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
- Dogue de Bordeaux Dog Breed and Characteristics - ShowSight Magazine (opens in a new tab)
- Dogue de Bordeaux Lifespan: Health & Longevity Guide (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).