The sheer size and strength of the Spanish Mastiff have made it a household name all over Spain. Today, it rarely performs its duty of herding and shepherding flock but more of a pet because of its calm, soulful, noble personality and willingness to protect known family members. Other than its powerful nature, it also has a serious and vigilant expression and body covered in dense, straight fur, which is black, brindle, or grey. It has small, brown, almond-shaped eyes, dropped ears forming triangles, and a short fringed tail carried low. The dog may not live well with other dogs and requires lots of exercise since it gets bored easily.
Spanish Mastiffs have a withers height between 28”-35” (71-89 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 150-220 lb (68-100 kg). The Spanish Mastiff has an overall body length of roughly 47”-57” (119-145 cm), standing height between 35”-43” (89-109 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
The sheer size and strength of the Spanish Mastiff have made it a household name all over Spain. Today, it rarely performs its duty of herding and shepherding flock but more of a pet because of its calm, soulful, noble personality and willingness to protect known family members. Other than its powerful nature, it also has a serious and vigilant expression and body covered in dense, straight fur, which is black, brindle, or grey. It has small, brown, almond-shaped eyes, dropped ears forming triangles, and a short fringed tail carried low. The dog may not live well with other dogs and requires lots of exercise since it gets bored easily.
Spanish Mastiffs have a withers height between 28”-35” (71-89 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 150-220 lb (68-100 kg). The Spanish Mastiff has an overall body length of roughly 47”-57” (119-145 cm), standing height between 35”-43” (89-109 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
