American Mastiff Question and Answer
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Origin of breedJust wondering how this breed became registered as a purebred when the origin and history of one of the dogs is unknown?....I mean was it an anatolian mastiff or a anatolian shepard?...two completely different dogs, forgive me for...
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I am looking to adopt an AM in 2008. I had a St. Bernard for 9.5 years - he was an ...I am looking to adopt an AM in 2008. I had a St. Bernard for 9.5 years - he was an energetic puppy but was not the type to chew on furniture, etc. What is the energy level of a properly exercised AM?
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I am looking into getting a AM but have never owned one. I worked at Boxer breeding kennel ...I am looking into getting a AM but have never owned one. I worked at Boxer breeding kennel for a number of years so being around dogs is not an issue. But I'm not very sure as to where I can find a AM breeder. I dont want one for...
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We have a 11 week old AM. We know that obedience training is important but would like to ...We have a 11 week old AM. We know that obedience training is important but would like to know at what age ( or problems exhibited) to start this training?
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We have a 1 year old male American Mastiff named Leo. Think we need to change dog ...We have a 1 year old male American Mastiff named Leo. Think we need to change dog food-possible allergy to the current food. What is the most recomended dog food(besides home made) to give AM's? (note-he eats about 5-6 cups per day)
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Wanted to know how well AM's do with the addition of a new AM puppy introduced as a part of ...Wanted to know how well AM's do with the addition of a new AM puppy introduced as a part of the family? Thinking about getting a female as a sibling/playmate for our male(currently 1yr old) he's very territorial when it comes to our...
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I had a AM growing up and would like to get another one. I have 3 kids, and another dog. ...I had a AM growing up and would like to get another one. I have 3 kids, and another dog. Would this be a problem? I am wanting a Male Puppy! Is there a AM rescue around Oklahoma??
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My daughter is afraid of dogs, and my son is hollering he wants a puppy, but I have been ...My daughter is afraid of dogs, and my son is hollering he wants a puppy, but I have been reluctant because of my daughter, would it be a good idea for us to have am American Mastiff puppy while she is young and can get used to it or...
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i grew up having a couple of mastiffs when i lived with my parents. now i have my own place ...i grew up having a couple of mastiffs when i lived with my parents. now i have my own place and want another. but I like to backpack and go hiking etc, how well will a mastiff do if i take them hiking or backpacking with me?
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How intellegent are the dogs?How intellegent are the dogs?
In American Mastiff - Asked by Anonymous - 2 answers- Will a AM make a good fist dog?? Also are they known to be dominante?
Will a AM make a good fist dog?? Also are they known to be dominante?
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We are in the process of researching the Mastiff breed. Other than size, what are the main ...We are in the process of researching the Mastiff breed. Other than size, what are the main differences between the bull, the American and the English Mastiffs?
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I play rugby, involves tackeling, and was wondering if I were to bring him out to games and ...I play rugby, involves tackeling, and was wondering if I were to bring him out to games and I were to get tackled would the AM rush the field to defend me? Also, how are they with kids when they are wrestling around outside?
In American Mastiff - Asked by Anonymous - 1 answers- Has anyone out there had an American Mastiff for more than a year and then brought a couple ...
Has anyone out there had an American Mastiff for more than a year and then brought a couple of adult cats in the house? How did it go? How did you go about making the transition? If they are supposed to be gentle giants, would that...
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How are mastiffs with chihuahuas? I want to make sure he wont hurt her accidently before i ...How are mastiffs with chihuahuas? I want to make sure he wont hurt her accidently before i get one.
In American Mastiff - Asked by Anonymous - 0 answers- What's the difference between an american mastiff and a american bullmastiff?
What's the difference between an american mastiff and a american bullmastiff?
In American Mastiff - Asked by Anonymous - 1 answers - Do this breed come in fully black in color?
Do this breed come in fully black in color?
In American Mastiff - Asked by Anonymous - 1 answers - I am interested in getting an American Mastiff, but my house has two different sets of ...
I am interested in getting an American Mastiff, but my house has two different sets of steps. Is this a problem for Mastiffs?
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I have been doing some research on both the American mastiff and the English mastiff. I ...I have been doing some research on both the American mastiff and the English mastiff. I have noticed on some English mastiff sites information stating that the American mastiff has a definite tendency to become really agressive....
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