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Dogue de Bordeaux Puppies for Sale
Dogue de Bordeaux
(French Mastiff)
(Bordeaux
Bulldog)
Dogue de Bordeauxs
female: Red Autumn Roxy, (Roxy) 2 ˝ yrs, 119 lb., "family instigator"
male: Tonka Toy Rhys, (Reese) 2 yrs, 128 lb., "gullible and protective to his
family"
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Description |
The Dogue de Bordeaux also called the French
Mastiff and sometimes called the Bordeaux Bulldog is a short, stocky mastiff with a huge, heavy, broad, wrinkled head. The
head is a very important feature when evaluating this breed. Top quality show
males have a head circumference of 27-30 inches (68-75cm). The jaw is undershot
and powerful. The Dogue should always have a black or red mask that can be
distinguished from the rest of the coat around and under the nose and including
the lips and eye rims. The nostrils are very open. The muzzle should be at most
1/3 the total length of the head. The upper lips hang thickly down over the
lower jaw. The skin on the neck is loose, forming a noticeable dewlap. In
general, the skin is thick. The ears hang down. The body is thickset with a
short, straight topline and a gentle rounded croup. The front legs should be
straight and heavy-boned. The straight tail begins thickly at the base and then
tapers to a point. It should not reach lower than the hocks. The short soft coat
comes in shades of fawn to mahogany with a black or red mask. White markings are
allowed on the tips of the toes and on the chest, but white on any other part of
the body is a fault. |
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Temperament |
Breeders have softened the temperament of this dog
quite a bit from his original ferocity. Today the Bordeaux has a good and calm
temperament. It is extremely loyal, patient and devoted to his family. Fearless
and confrontational with strangers, he is a first class watch and guard dog.
This breed can be very aggressive with other dogs. Socialize very well with
other animals from an early age. The Dogue de Bordeaux snores and drools. Males
will not tolerate other males. Despite his fearsome appearance, the Dogue de
Bordeaux is gentle with children and family members. However this is a powerful
animal, and is not suitable for an inexperienced dog owner. As of a few years
ago a Dogue de Bordeaux puppy cost approximately $1200-2000. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 23-30 inches (58-75cm)
Weight: 120-145 pounds (54.4-65.2kg) |
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Health Problems |
The Dogue de Bordeaux is not an easy dog to breed.
Litters are generally small. Cesarean sections are often needed at birth because
of the puppies extremely large heads. The dams are so broad chested that they
often lie on their stomachs to nurse their pups, sometimes squashing them.
Breeders must watch out vigilantly for the pups or some will probably be lost.
Females can be very protective of their puppies. |
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Living Conditions |
This breed will do okay in an apartment if it is
sufficiently exercised. They are very inactive indoors and will do okay without
a yard. |
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Exercise |
Needs lots of exercise. They
need to be taken on a
daily, long walk. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 10-12 years. |
Grooming |
Very little is needed. This breed is an average
shedder. |
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Origin |
There are numerous hypotheses about the origin the
Dogue de Bordeaux. It may be descended from the Greek and Roman Molossus, from
mastiffs brought to Europe by the Alans, from the dogs of Aquitaine or from
Spanish dogs from Burgos. The Dogue de Bordeaux has had many uses over his long
history. The breed has served as a war dog, and flock guardian, and as a
combatant in dog gladiator sports where he was pitted against bulls, bears and
other dogs. At the end of the middle ages, he became a cattle driver and
personal bodyguard. During the French Revolution, many dogs who tried to defend
their noble master's estates were killed. Luckily, enough interest remained in
the breed to guarantee its continued existence. Raymond Triquet and his French
Dogue de Bordeaux Club saved the breed. The Dogue de Bordeaux is now thoroughly
established in France and gaining popularity in other countries. There are
currently around 3000 Bordeaux in the United States. The breed is recognized by
the FCI, but is not yet recognized by the AKC. |
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Mastiff |
Recognition |
ANKC, FCI, NKC, NZKC, CKC, ORBEA, APRI, ACR |
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ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
OREBA = Old
Red English Bulldogges Association & Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Reese and Roxy, the
Dogue de Bordeauxs at about 2 years old
Ti Amo de Dame Midnight aka Meeko
Photo Courtesy of Kennel Hall of Fame
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Australian Champion Runderkraal
Chevelle at 12 weeks
Chienparadis Kennels |
And this is her at 16 months.
Look how much she grew!
Chienparadis Kennels |
"This is Tars Tarkas my 15 Month Old
Male Dogue De Bordeaux on his Volunteer Therapy Visit to our local Seniors Home.
Tarkas became a Certified Therapy Dog at age 1 year & 10 days. His so gentle and
loving nature makes him a wonderful therapy Dog."
Dogue de Bordeaux
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