The Dogue de Bordeaux

The name of the friendly Dogue de Bordeaux in the photograph is Security.

The Dogue de Bordeaux is a French dog that resembles the Bull Mastiff in size and type. This breed is also called a French Mastiff or a Bordeaux Bulldog. These dogs are popular throughout France. They are also found in Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Japan, Africa, and the United States.

The Dogue de Bordeaux has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. Their coats are either dark auburn or fawn, with a little white allowed on the chest. This breed has a mask on the muzzle that is either dark red or black.

After the fall of Rome, the Dogue de Bordeaux arrived in France. The French used this powerful breed as a war dog, and to keep wolves and bears away from livestock. They were also used as a fighting dog and were pitted against bears and bulls. This breed can be aggressive with other dogs.

The massive head, wrinkled face, and undershot jaw give the Dogue de Bordeaux a threatening appearance. This breed has been used as a guard dog. They are fearless and will confront strangers. Despite having such a scary appearance, this breed is gentle with their owners and children.

The Dogue de Bordeaux is not recommended for the first time dog owner. This is a powerful dog that requires an experienced handler. Responsible owners of this breed provide proper housing, early socialization, and obedience training. These are necessary to protect the community, and help ensure that the breed will not be labeled a public nuisance or a “dangerous dog”.