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Neapolitan Mastiff

neapolitan mastiff dogNeopolitan Mastiff
neapolitan mastiff dog
neapolitan mastiff dog
    height of the neapolitan mastiff dog
group: working height: 24-31" / 61-78.7 cm
types: weight: 110-154 lbs /
49.89-69.85 kg
colors: solid gray/blue, black/gray, black, brown, lead gray, mouse gray, streaked, mahogany and tawny, red/black brindle, some with white patches on chest or toes
physical traits: massive, heavy boned, wrinkled skin, stocky, imposing, powerful, majestic
hair type: short, stiff, thick, hard, dense, less than inch long
personality/
temperament:
friendly, docile, loyal, protective,steady, courageous, protective, watchful, intelligent, noble, majestic
maintenance/
special needs:

drools, discipline, not good for city life, requires moderate exercise
nickname: Mastino Napoletano
origination: Italy
bred for: livestock guarding, dog fighting
identifying traits:  
ideal for: companion, security, watchdog, outdoors
good with kids? yes, if well disciplined and familiar with them, supervise because of size
life expectancy: 10-11 yrs  
kennel clubs: akc, saku, uk, arba-(working dog group), fci-(molossoid breeds mastiff type), ukc-(guarding dog group), ankc, nzkc-(utility dog group)
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neapolitan mastiff dog
 
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