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Are there black English mastiffs?
The AKC considers a long coat a fault but not cause for disqualification. English Mastiff colours are apricot-fawn, silver-fawn, fawn, or dark fawn-brindle, always with black on the muzzle, ears, and nose and around the eyes.
Is an English Mastiff a good family dog?
Mastiffs are very gentle companions and family protectors that lack aggression, making them lovely family pets. These courageous yet well-mannered dogs can do well in most households. You don’t need a huge home to have this giant dog, but you do need a little extra space (especially because of the long tail).
How much is a black English Mastiff?
Mastiff Breeders Most people find a Mastiff through a breeder, and since so many people want these dogs, they’re not cheap. Depending on the breeder, you’ll find that a purebred Mastiff costs between $1,000 and $3,500.
How much do Old English Mastiffs cost?
If you go with an AKC breeder, expect to pay around $1,300. Prices for dogs from champion parents can be as high as $2,800. Rescues may have Mastiff mix puppies available for $150.
Are black mastiffs rare?
Although “black is so rare in the Mastiff that it has never been determined whether the allele is recessive or a mutation that is dominant,” this is the predominant color among Tibetan Mastiffs.
What is the rarest Mastiff breed?
The Andronicus Mastiff is a bit of a mystery, and there are very few facts known about it. According to Molosser Dogs.com, this rare Mastiff was developed by Cary Mejia of California.
Is a Mastiff a good first dog?
While not all mastiffs are, many mastiff breeds are good with kids and babies, even if it takes some training. Some mastiff breeds are better suited for hunting and guarding, and they’re not the best house pets. But for the breeds that are good with kids, they tend to be very good with kids.