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NEAPOLITAN
MASTIFF
Characteristics,
care, health & breeder listings below.
 
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from an Owner: Neapolitan
Mastiffs are a large-breed, dense-boned, heavy-bodied dog. They have
massive heads that are heavily wrinkled with pendulous dewlaps, and
short, sleek hair in colors of blue, black, mahogany, and tawny.
Bred for home protection, they have a truly frightening appearance
to the uninitiated intruder. Neos retain the original temperament of
their ancestors and are unlike any other modern day breed, remaining
unchanged for centuries. Not an athlete, these lovable dogs are the
original "Couch Potato," preferring their master's company
above all else. Bonding fiercely with their owners and homes,
they seldom wander, and protect their property with a determined
ferocity that means business. They
are quiet and devoted companions, truly Gentle Giants in the home.
~ Cj Barri |
| Height: Dogs:
26 to 31 inches; Bitches: 24 to 29 inches. Average
weight:
Dogs 150 pounds; Bitches 110 pounds. Color:
Gray
(Blue), Black, tawny and mahogany. |
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Basic
Requirements: Neapolitan
Mastiffs need a strong, securely fenced yard in which to exercise.
Early obedience training and socialization is important.
Twice-weekly brushing will help to control moderate shedding. |
| Temperament:
Neapolitan
Mastiffs are intimidating due to their large size and deep bark.
They were originally bred to guard home and family, and are very
loyal and devoted to their owners. |
| Health
(Health Dictionary click here) Average
lifespan is 13 years. Watch for hip and elbow dysplasia,
thyroid disorder, entropian, cherry eye, PRA, juvenile cataracts,
cardiomyopathy, OCD, panosteitis, bloat. |
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Rescue
/ Neapolitan Mastiff breeders
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United
States Neapolitan Mastiff Club
http://www.neapolitan.org/breed/breed.html
Jennifer
Groves
Neapolitan Mastiff Rescue Volunteer
410-766-8225
http://www.neorescue.net
B
Bar B Kennels
Cj
Barri, USA
cbarri9219@aol.com
Ironhead
Mastiff's
Douglas
Farquhar, USA
www.IronheadMastiffs.com
Neapolitan
Mastiff van de Wiltimana
the
Netherlands
http://www.wiltimana.com/
Cinciripini's
Mastino
Lisa Cinciripini,
USA
http://www.cmastino.com
Neapolitan
Mastiff Health Care Site
Lisa
Cinciripini
http://www.everythingneo.com
NorthWest
Neapolitan Mastiff Rescue
Shani Robbins or
Lisa Cinciripini, NW United States
http://nwneo.topcities.com
Drool"N"Destruction
Kennels
Heidi
Brown, USA
http://www.drool-n-destruction.com/
Photos:
left:
puppy right: adult
Owner:
B Bar B Kennels, Cj Barri
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Neapolitan
Mastiff New
Puppy Essentials
Follow
the link to find out what you'll need to have on hand before bringing
home your new puppy.
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