Bullmastiffs

A sturdy canine is a cross between the Bulldog and the Mastiff. Originallyred as gamekeeper dogs, this breed is also used as a pet.

Origins of the Bullmastiff	p. 5
Canine Contributors	p. 5
Mastiff	p. 5
Bulldog	p. 6
Guardians of Estates	p. 7
How the Bullmastiff Came to Be	p. 8
Preparation for a Bullmastiff Puppy	p. 11
What Is a Bullmastiff?	p. 11
Needs vs. Resources	p. 12
Can You Afford a Bullmastiff?	p. 12
Dealing with Growth	p. 16
Timing Is Everything	p. 17
Sources of a Good Bullmastiff	p. 18
Pets vs. Show Dogs	p. 19
Breeders' Questions	p. 20
Choosing Your Puppy	p. 21
Rescued Adults	p. 23
Minimizing Mistakes	p. 27
Puppy Behavior	p. 27
Natural Urges	p. 28
Jumping Up	p. 30
Sleeping Accommodations	p. 32
Diet Changes	p. 32
Puppy-Proofing Your Home	p. 32
Training	p. 35
Why Train?	p. 35
Socialization	p. 36
Train Yourself	p. 36
Command Language and Tone	p. 37
Crate and Pen Training	p. 38
Housebreaking	p. 39
Introduction to Other Dogs	p. 41
Teaching Simple Commands	p. 43
Healthy Exercise	p. 44
How-to: leadership Training	p. 46
Grooming	p. 49
Reasons for Frequent Grooming	p. 49
Grooming Equipment	p. 49
Bathing Your Bullmastiff	p. 52
Nutrition	p. 55
The Dangers of Table Scraps	p. 55
Dog Food and Feeding Frequency	p. 56
Overfeeding Dangers	p. 56
Puppy Foods	p. 59
Adult Foods	p. 60
Bullmastiff Activities	p. 63
How Do I Get Involved?	p. 63
Canine Good Citizen Certificate	p. 63
Obedience	p. 65
Agility	p. 66
Therapy Dog	p. 66
Conformation Showing	p. 67
AKC Breed Standard	p. 67
Professional Health Care	p. 71
Home Examinations	p. 71
How Vaccines Work	p. 72
Combination Boosters	p. 74
Parasites	p. 75
Noncontagious Skin Conditions	p. 79
Hereditary Diseases	p. 80
Emergencies	p. 82
To Breed or Not to Breed	p. 83
How-to: Choosing Your Veterinarian	p. 86
Your Aged Bullmastiff	p. 89
Routine Physical Examinations	p. 89
Dietary Adjustments	p. 89
Urinary Incontinence	p. 90
Senile Dementia	p. 90
Failing Sight and Hearing	p. 90
Letting Go	p. 91
Picking Up the Pieces	p. 91
Information	p. 92
Index	p. 94
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