Mastiff Dog

Other names	Mastiff Old English Mastiff
Country of origin	England
[hide]Traits Weight Male 150 to 250 pounds (68 to 110 kg) Female 120 to 200 pounds (54 to 91 kg) Height Male 30 inches (75 cm) minimum Female 27.5 inches (69 cm) minimum Coat Fine, smooth Color apricot-fawn, silver-fawn, fawn, or dark fawn-brindle Life span 7+ years

The English Mastiff, referred to by most Kennel Clubs simply as the Mastiff, is a breed of large dog perhaps descended from the ancient Alaunt through the Pugnaces Britanniae. Distinguishable by enormous size, massive head, and a limited range of colours, but always displaying a black mask, the Mastiff is noted for its gentle temperament. The lineage of modern dogs can be traced back to the early 19th century, and the modern type was stabilised in the 1880s. Following a period of sharp decline, the Mastiff has increased its worldwide popularity.