Alangu Mastiff

John Williams asked: Mastiffs in one form or another have been around since before written history began. Carvings from the Babylonian palace of Ashurbanipal (these carvings are on display in the British Museum) show large Mastiff-type dogs hunting lions in the desert near the Tigris River. Mastiffs as war dogs Phoenician merchants introduced the Mastiff to ancient Britain in the 6th century BC. The ancient Celts began using them as combat dogs who accompanied their owners into battle. This was the beginning of a long history of Mastiffs as fighters, soldiers, protectors, and watchdogs. A popular story tells that when Sir Peers Legh was ... Read Full Story

These dogs are good with children but may overwhelm smaller children simply due to their massive size and weight. They are also good with other pets if socialized to them when young. Strong confident leadership and plenty of socialization are mandatory. It is important to show the Mastiff that you are the leader of the pack and that it knows its place in your own pack. Read Full Story

dog-details.net — Alternative Names Alangu Alangu Indian Mastiff Indian Mastiff Sindh Mastiff Country of origin India Classification and breed standards Not Read Full Story

With a history of domestication stretching back more than two millennia, the Mastiff dog has been a popular breed since the days of the Roman Empire and likely even longer than this. The Romans were in fact quite fond of these dogs - the Emperor Julius Caesars favorite pet was reputedly a Mastiff and they were widely trained for the hunt and for guard duty. The Mastiff was introduced to Britain with the Roman occupation of the British Isles and these dogs were the ancestors of the English Mastiff. Mastiffs were also popular with the Carthaginian general Hannibal, who brought Mastiffs with him as ... Read Full Story

The Mastiff is a particularly large breed of dog that is surprisingly easy going, good-natured, calm, and gentle. He is a well mannered animal that can fit well in most any household. This dog needs plenty of room to move about and would not be ideal for small apartment living. Read Full Story

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Arthritis affects one in five dogs over the age of seven. And seven is the median age for when a... Read Full Story