It is not at all surprising, given the size and strength of the Bull Mastiff breed of dog, that these were originally bred in mid-19th century England to protect large estates from theft. They were trained to chase and catch poachers without harming them by maiming them. Faster and somewhat more aggressive than a mastiff, although larger, but not as aggressive as a bulldog, was the target.
Surprisingly, this large dog does not necessarily require a lot of exercise. They are strong, silent (they bark very little), do not require much care, are intelligent and have a very good character. These gentle giants make great family pets. They do very well in a house, even an apartment. As long as the dog realizes his strength and size and doesn’t move like a bull in a china shop, he can be a great fit for any home. It’s like having a security system built in too, most tip the scales at over 100 pounds and can go as high as 130. With this mighty dog to stare at an intruder, it will seem quite intimidating.
To make sure your dog has a safe place and your place is safe, you may want to look into an extra large dog house specifically for the mastiff or bull mastiff. Houses that are ideal give your dog adequate space to enter, turn around and lie down. Keep in mind that their heads and chests will be considerably larger than other large breeds and in order to get comfortable they can go in and relax once inside, they need that extra large space. They also need to be solidly built to stand up to the elements, rain, snow, sleet, long-term sun exposure, and of course a 130-pound dog.
Investing in a well-constructed oversized doghouse for your Havanese will give him or her a place to rest, enjoy the weather and the outdoors, keep an eye on your home, and also give them a break inside from the big suction. You know your dog is safe, happy and comfortable as she sits and visits without having to share the couch with Goliath hogging all the space. Think of it as an investment in everyone’s need for personal space at times.