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English Mastiff Puppies
What are English Mastiff Puppies?
English Mastiff Puppies- This is the largest breed in the world for both their weight and height and are often referred to as the Old English Mastiff.
English mastiffs are not only a large breed but also very noble and stately. In the dog world they are known as the “Gentle Giants.” It was once said;
“What the cat is to the lion, the mastiff is to the dog. The noblest of the family, he stands alone and all others sink before him.”
Being one of the most anciet breeds to have been recorded by man, Mastiffs were said to have been dogs of war. It was recorded that the mastiff accompanied soldiers and their chariots in order to protect their masters should they fall during battle.
They were known as a working breed that was both loyal to their owners as well as versatile in their abilities. With their great strength, they were used in drawing water from wells, and to pull carts or carry heavy loads on their backs. Mastiff puppies grew to be very powerful and obedient companions.
It was not only the common man who used the English Mastiffs to protect their family and homes, they were also used by many nobles. They were so respected, they were assigned as guardians of many a nobble’s home, grounds and their children. Mastiff puppies were raised within the family making them part of the family they were to protect.
This history of English Mastiff Puppies still holds true today, making it one of the most popular breeds. As popular as mastiff puppies are today the line almost ceased to exist after world war two.
The Mastiff breed lost popularity but thanks to a few breeders in Great Britain, the Mastiff survived.
This shortfall is no longer true today as breeders now raise mastiff puppies to sell and show, not only for purposes of lineage but also to raise as family pets. Or should I say loyal family members?
