Selene Mastiffs Info & Helpful Links

If you are thinking of getting a
Mastiff, please make sure to do your
research. Mastiff's are not the breed
for everyone. They tend to drool and
their drool will end up everywhere.
They are couch potatoes and your lap is
the couch. They tend to snore, and will
always want to sleep with you! Keep in
mind that they get big, really big.

Our girl Tink weighs 155+ pounds, while her
father weighs in at a little over 220 pounds.
Tink's first year she put on about 5 pounds a
week, and did not understand that she was not
"little" anymore. Let's just say I toughened up
real quick.

Also, keep in mind that the Mastiff needs to be
trained at a very early age. You do not want to
be at the end of an untrained mastiff's lead when
it has reached maturity and decides to go after
the neighbor's cat. They are extremely powerful
and will drag you. Mastiff's should not be left to
run! We consider the breed to be an indoor breed.

Because of their size, their vet bills tend to run
higher than an average dog. There are also health
issues to consider. Be sure to find a reputable
breeder that does appropriate testing on the
parents; e.g., hips, elbows, and PRA, and also
breeds for temperament, type, and soundness.

Ask questions, don't be shy...owning a mastiff is a
huge responsibility. If you find that a breeder
won't take the time to answer your questions, or
you feel that they aren't really interested in the
betterment of the breed, find another breeder.
This goes for your vet as well. Find out what they
know about Mastiff's, before you need them in an
emergency.

You will find PNMF club breeders that are in
good standing and adhere to the PNMF Code of
Ethics listed on the PNMF website. Breeder lists
are also available from the MCOA of breeders in
good standing.

Please check out the rescue pages of these sites as
well. Too many wonderful mastiffs end up in a
rescue situation when their owners haven't done
their research and end up not able to handle them,
or afford to keep them. The PNMF Rescue
Coordinator is Carolyn Howard and can be
reached at PNMFRescue@ywave.com.

If after reading all this and completing your
research you decide that a mastiff is the right
breed for you, you will be rewarded with a loving
and loyal friend and member of the family. We
wouldn't trade our "kids" for anything! Good
Luck!

Health Related Sites

Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF)
MCOA Health Page
Doc Rob's Library of Mastiff Medicine

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"What the Lion is to the Cat
the Mastiff is to the Dog,
the noblest of the family;
he stands alone,
and all others sink before
him.
His courage does not
exceed
his temper and generosity,
and in attachment he equals
the kindest of his race."
Cynographia Britannica -
1800