English Mastiff Puppies Blog

One of the first problems that usually occurs after having a new pet is housetraining it. It seems like Sharda Bakers knows something that we don’t – she promises to potty train our dog in just 7 days! She’s so confident that she’s ready to give back the whole price of the book, if the training wasn’t succesful!

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The narrow line between training and abuse

Many dog owners think that their Mastiff is the smartest in the world. There’s no problem with this, up to certain a point. This point is when the owner expects as much from the dog as if it really was the most intelligent creature the world has ever seen. They expect them to learn everything right away, whereas dogs need time to learn things, the same way as we, humans do. Just in a different way Well, the point is, that training requires time and patience. It can be different for all dogs, but we do have to keep this in mind and take the time and energy to train our English Mastiff.

Another common mistake (also because of the lack of patience) is to give up. Many people think that they have already tried everything but the dog doesn’t want to learn. In this case, maybe the methods are not the best, or they need more time. There are no dogs who wouldn’t be able to learn at least a few commands. Giving up is never a solution.

So, if we have the time and the patience we can avoid the next, and maybe the biggest mistake: to turn training into abuse. Probably you expect me to tell you where this line is. I can’t. This is something the owner should know. Training is all about communication. If you know your Mastiff, if you pay attention to him, you see how he feels. Unfortunately many dog owners don’t have this ability, because they only keep pets for entertainment, while a dog is much more than that.

Going back to training, a very important rule is that your goal should be that your English Mastiff obeys to commands because he is keen to do so. NOT BECAUSE HE IS AFRAID. Many-many owners forget about this, and feel the training successful, but actually they are making their dog unhappy. How can someone live happily in fear? No way. These owners are only keeping a dog to make themselves happy, and don’t feel the responsibility they should.

So the point is, that ‘positive training’ is possible. Actually, that’s the only way.

The first difficulties most English Mastiff owners face is potty training their puppy. As with general training, the main principles remain the same: a positive, rewarding approach and a lot of patience is required. There are, however a few tips and tricks that will make the whole process faster and easier for both puppy and owner. Find out what Sharda Baker has to say on the topic, who has developed her best practices by years of trial and error.

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Is it normal, anyway?!

Yes, it is. Just imagine the situation from the point of view of your Mastiff. He is part of the family, often treated as “the kid”, and then, suddenly, a new creature arrives and takes all the attention of his beloved family. It is quite similar to what older children feel, when a little brother/sister arrives. One of the differences is just that the dog can’t speak English

Actually, if we are aware of this ‘problem’ in advance, the situation can be handled, but it needs consciousness and to be started in time, long before the baby’s arrival. Let’s see how we can prepare our English Mastiff for the new family member.

If your dog’s daily routine has to be changed with the baby’s arrival (it probably will), you should start changing the rules much earlier, giving him plenty of time to get used to the new set up. This way it isn’t going to be so sudden and shocking. If your English Mastiff hasn’t really been trained before, it’s high time to start. He should learn at least a few commands, like sit, stay, etc. This way, he’ll be easier to handle.

Many families worry about their dog endangering the health of the child, so the best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet, get him checked and get some advice. Get your English Mastiff used to the new smells, sounds in advance (blankets, lotions, toys). It’s also a good idea, that just after your baby was born, send home a blanket that the baby had been in, so your dog can experience the child’s smell in advance. It is very important to know that your Mastiff will get a lot less attention from the mother, so when taking the baby home for the first time, the mother should greet the dog, so it is better if someone else is carrying the baby.

It is also a good idea not to leave them alone together at the first times, until your English Mastiff feels comfortable with the baby, because, for example, it is very possible that the dog won’t tolerate the child’s crying very well in the beginning. You have to teach him that this is a normal sound, and you should motivate him not to bark (with treats, for example).

And the most important rule for last, maybe it seems too obvious, but it’s still worth mentioning: try to give as much attention to your English Mastiff as you can. The point is that he has to feel that you do care about him. If you keep this in mind, most probably there will be no problem. You could also try Preparing Fido, which is an amazing collection of Baby sounds designed especially to get your dog ready for the arrival of the new Baby!

Look at these massive, serious-looking dogs playing and running in the snow! This lively, playful dog is one of the largest dog breeds in the world, but it is surprisingly gentle with people and extremely loyal. According to a group of researchers, the name “mastiff” is originated from the word “masty” which means powerful. If you are planning to buy a wonderful dog like this, click here.

There are various types of Mastiffs including the English Mastiff, German Mastiff, Anatolian Mastiff, Cuban Mastiff, Spanish Mastiff and a lot more different types. Although there are various kinds of Mastiffs, they all descended from the ancient Alaunt through the Pugnaces Britanniae.

These types of dogs have a desired temperament which is reflected in all formal standards. Mastiffs’ behavior reflects a combination of dignity and courage, but they can be very calm and affectionate to their masters. They may be very protective that when an unfamiliar person approaches it or its owner, it will position itself immediately between its master and the stranger. This breed is innately good natured, easygoing, calm, and is surprisingly gentle for its size. It can be a well-mannered house pet that is why it is preferred by most pet owners, aside from being typically loyal and exceptionally devoted.

The Mastiffs’ generation started even before the First World War which means their descent existed for more than a century already. To know more about the entire history of your Mastiff, go for The History and Management of the Mastiff, and learn how to properly train, socialize and take care of your pet.

Indeed! Because English Mastiffs are great actors, most of them are now popular in the movie industry and are included in several television shows. English Mastiffs are very easy to train and to socialize with especially when started at an early age. This breed is very capable of protecting their owner, but they are very calm and affectionate by nature. English Mastiffs are innately good, easygoing, and gentle for their size, which is why most productions choose them to be included in their movie casting instead of other breeds.

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