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noble Mastiff is a dog with a big history, a big body, and a big heart—and an unfortunately short lifespan. Sadly, giant breeds don't tend to live as long as medium and small

By Kit Copson

Rottweiler and Mastiff look very different at first glance, but these breeds are distant relatives with an ancient Roman background. Rottweilers and Mastiffs are large breeds and, historically, have served and protected in many ways

By Cassidy Sutton

Pyrenean Mastiff is a fluffy gentle giant. This rare breed originated from the Pyrenees Mountains in Northeastern Spain and was bred to protect livestock from wolves and bears. For centuries, farmers relied on these dogs

By Nicole Cosgrove

Fila Brasileiro, or Brazilian Mastiff, is a dog breed that’s native to Brazil. This dog has been living alongside humans for centuries and was originally bred to be guard dogs over livestock. Fila Brasileiros

By Jessica Kim

With a build and background belying their true nature, the Bullmastiff’s gentle, affectionate manner

By Nicole Cosgrove

breed for you. This hybrid between the always alert and active Rottweiler and the imposing but calm Mastiff is the ultimate family guard

By Elizabeth Gray

Mastidoodle—also referred to as the Mastipoo—is a designer hybrid mix between the Mastiff and the Standard Poodle. Due to the size and body style differences of the two parent breeds, the Mastidoodle

By Nicole Cosgrove

Majorca Mastiff is known by many names, including Ca de Bou, Majorcan Bulldog, and Presa Canario Mallorquin. This powerful dog was bred as a guard dog, bull dog, and hunting dog for powerful, dangerous game

By Nicole Cosgrove