The Mastiff is a breed of giant short-haired dogs with large heads and a short dark muzzles.
In February of 2009, National Geographic reported that Mastiff's were being used in Northern Spain to help protect cows from the increasing wolf population.National Geographic: Video: Mastiffs Enlisted to Save Cows (February 21, 2009)
Temperament
The mastiff is a calm, gentle breed that is a devoted companion and gets along well with children. Because of its size, it requires plenty of room and exercise.Animal Planet Planet: [1]
History
The word mastiff refers to a breed of dogs that have been around since the 6th century B.C. The English Mastiff, American Mastiff and Bullmastiff are all part of this breed.
The Build
A huge, heavy-boned breed, the mastiff has a powerful muscular frame. It has shortlength fur made up of a dense undercoat and a coarse outer coat.
