What is the origin of the Dogue de Bordeaux?
The Dogue de Bordeaux is the oldest French breed. Its uncertain ancestry may include The Tibetan Mastiff, Roman Mollosus or Spanish Alano. It was prized by both nobles and the working class. Those of the working class survived the French Revolution. Bordeauxs came to the U.S. in the latter part of the 20th century. This breed is very popular in Europe. It was sometimes called the French Mastiff. • What does the Dogue de Bordeaux look like? The Dogue de Bordeaux is a powerful dog, 23-27 inches tall, minimum weight of 99-110 lbs. The head is wide with deep wrinkles. The muzzle is short and broad with a pronounced stop. Ears are small, set high, hanging close to the head. Eyes are oval and wide-set. The tail is thick at the base and reaches the hocks. The coat is short and soft. Colors are all shades of fawn, sometimes with white patches and red or black face masks. Grooming needs are weekly brushing. Face wrinkles and eyes should be cleaned daily. • What is the temperament of the Dogue d
