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Also known as French mastiff, Bordeaux mastiff
A wrinkled French giant that wants to lean on your legs
The Dogue de Bordeaux is an old French guardian and catch dog, now a devoted family companion. It is calm, affectionate and immensely strong, with a big head, heavy drool and low tolerance for heat and hard exercise.
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This breed needs about 45 minutes of activity a day. Around 3 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
45
Minutes of activity a day
3
Suggested sessions a week
Home visits
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Sadly the breed has one of the shorter lifespans among dogs, often 5 to 8 years. Good weight control and regular vet checks help them stay comfortable.
It is typically gentle and patient with family children, but its sheer size means play must be supervised. It can also be protective towards visitors.
Yes, both are common because of the short muzzle and loose lips. Expect noise at night and a cloth-worthy amount of drool around meals.
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