Dog
Pronunciation:
nee-bol-ish mas-tif
Breed Description:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog is a giant sized breed. There is strong debate on whether it is a designer breed or simply a breed in development but either way, it should be a sturdily built dog with a muscular build. The head should be large and the chest should be large giving a slightly top heavy look. The body is slightly longer than tall and the tail is long but is commonly docked.
The coat of the Nebolish Mastiff ranges in length from short to long, but the desired is a medium-short coat that is rough to the touch and covers the dog completely. The coat color of the Nebolish Mastiff can be fawn or brindle with or without a black mask. There can be white markings but the preference is for a solid color. Occasionally, although it is rare, the coat can be silver, usually without the mask, and this is accepted by breeders.
Temperament:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog is considered to be a dignified and gentle dog. This is a breed that is intelligent and friendly and usually get along well with everyone. They do require firm rules and should have ample training to be well rounded and proper socialization is important to remove any risk of aggression. The Nebolish Mastiff is not recommended for new or timid owners but with proper guidance, they can be a truly wonderful family dog. Generally, they are very gentle with children and they tend to be very devoted to their family.
Height:
The average height of a Nebolish Mastiff is between 27 to 36 inches.
Weight:
The average weight of a Nebolish Mastiff is between 100 to 200 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog has no known health problems to date. Despite being recognized as a breed by the Continental Kennel Club, it was created by crossing the English Mastiff with the Neapolitan Mastiff, along with several other breeds so it is important to research the multiple breeds to determine any health risks the breed may have.
Living Conditions:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog is very large and do require a fair amount of room to stretch out in. Generally, they are not recommended for apartments, even with proper exercise and do much better with a yard. The ideal living condition is a home with acreage. While the Nebolish Mastiff is large, it is not the ideal outdoor dog and can be susceptible to cold.
Exercise:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog is an active breed and should have between 45 to 60 minutes of exercise each day. They love having something to do and really thrive when they can get out for long walks or a good swim. Generally, the Nebolish Mastiff loves water and can make an excellent pet for an active family.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 14 years
Grooming:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog only requires minimal grooming to keep them clean and tidy. Brushing should be done on a weekly basis and the coat should only be bathed when it is necessary. Wiping them down with a damp cloth should keep them clean and the ears should be washed on a weekly basis to prevent ear infections.
Origin:
The Nebolish Mastiff breed of dog was developed in Canada in the late 1960's. It is not officially recognized by any kennel club except the Continental Kennel Club and there is currently no breed standard or breeding true to type. There is significant debate on the validity of the breed and many feel that it is a designer breed. However, it may be better to say that it is a breed in development and there is effort to have the Nebolish Mastiff not only breed true to type but become a recognized breed. That being said, there is no clear indication as to the breeds that went into the Nebolish Mastiff, although we do know that it was developed in Canada. There is strong evidence that both the English Mastiff and the Neapolitan Mastiff are foundation dogs to the breed and some evidence has indicated that the Dogue de Bordeaux, the Bull Mastiff, the St. Bernard, the Great Dane, and the Boxer may also have been used. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
