English Mastiff Puppies and What to Expect

English Mastiff Puppies can be a wonderful addition to any family but there are a few things to consider before bringing those cute, furry mastiff puppies home.

First of all you MUST consider that your cute "little" mastiff puppies will soon weigh over 100 lbs. and will need enough space not only to stretch out but also somewhere to exercise and sleep.

Mastiffs can be both great inside dogs and outside as long as you are sure to give them plenty of love and attention no matter where they spend their time.

Here are a few things to think about before taking the leap to mastiff puppies ownership:

• If keeping your mastiff puppies, inside you need a good size house
• Some ground rules in mind when it comes to getting on the furniture(remember he/she will soon be over 100 lbs.)
• Feeding & water bowls (they need lots of water)
• A yard big enough to get some good exercise
• If keeping outside, a fenced yard and a extra large doghouse are really good ideas
• Age appropriate toys for chewing
• Proper grooming tools
• A good balanced puppy food
• Plenty of "drool rags" handy inside and out!

A little preparation goes a long way in making your new mastiff puppies part of the family. Although your cute "little mastiff puppies" will soon be larger than life, so will the love you feel and the loyalty they will have for you.

If you start out training your mastiff puppies and develop a good exercise routine, raising your puppies will be as easy as raising any breed of puppy.

You will also need to have a vet in mind before you bring your puppies home so that you can continue their vaccination schedule as well as have someone to call if you have any health questions.

Starting your puppies on a good healthy diet leads to a healthy dog. A good puppy or dog food does not mean it has to be expensive. You may have to do a little trial and error until you find the right mix but once you do, it will not only keep them healthy but also make it easier on cleaning up after them.

It is also a good idea to break their feedings into 3 or 4 feedings while they are puppies and move up to feeding just 2 times a day.

If you are planning on keeping your puppy inside, it will be a good idea to have plenty of puppy training pads before your bring your mastiff puppies home.

Grooming your mastiff puppies can really be very easy as long as you have the tools.

Brushing their coat at least once a day not only helps with shedding but also helps with smell and keeping their coat looking shiny and healthy.

How often you bathe them will really depend on if you keep them indoors or out but once a month will usually do the trick.

Just remember though, the sooner you start giving your mastiff puppies a bath, the easier it will be once they reach their full weight.

Mastiff Puppies make great gifts! Just be sure you are prepared for bringing home a new family member and what you can expect in return.

• Loyal Companions
• Life Expectancy 9-12 yrs
• Litter size 1-16 puppies
• Good Temperament
  
• Easy Grooming & Exercise Schedule
• Good Dog Obedience
  

These are just a few of the things to consider before bringing your mastiff puppies home. They are not just a pet but will be loyal companions for the next 10 or so years becoming part of your family regardless of how small or large that may be.

If you decide to get multiple mastiff puppies (as many do), you will forever be hooked on this very distinguished, gentle breed, the English Mastiff.

Although mastiff puppies are very large, they are truly a "gentle giant" and are very good with kids. They are also loyal to their family, protecting them whenever needed.

Mastiffs are intelligent, and generally well mannered, always trying to please their masters.

They are really a fascinating breed that if you have the privilege of owning mastiff puppies and making them part of your family, your life will be richer for it.

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