HISTORY

ORIGIN FRANCE

GROUP WORKING GROUP


The Dogue de Bordeaux, also known as the Bordeaux Mastiff originated from France, more specifically southern France in the Bordeaux region. This is one of the most ancient breeds from France. In ancient France this breed was trained to be a fierce attack dog. They attacked bulls, bears and other dogs. Due to this breeds innate nature to protect, any potential owner needs to be well educated on this breed!

APPEARANCE(S)

The Dogue de Bordeaux are very powerful dogs, with a massive muscular body. The Bordeaux head is large and wide, with powerful jaws. The ears are fold over and the mouth has distinctive droopy lips.

COLOR(S)


This breed is most commonly seen in reddish-brown or golden fawn.

COAT


The coat is short and soft to the touch.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Low

POSITIVES


The Bordeaux is extremely loyal to his family. They are quite affectionate with the family, including children. They are obviously great protectors of their domain. Interestingly enough, they are known to protect without aggression. They have such an intimating bark, that it is usually enough to suffice. They will do much better if socialized at a young age to children and other dogs.

THINGS TO CONSIDER


Owning Bordeaux can be a great responsibility. Even if they are well trained and normally not aggressive, should they decide to attack, this dog will inflict fatal damages.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in the city or country.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs to have training. Bordeaux’s are heavy droolers.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

Dogue de Bordeaux Society of America
41 Rieder Rd.
Spotswood, NJ 08884

FUN FACT(S)

The Dogue de Bordeaux was the star in the movie Turner & Hooch with Tom Hanks.
Written by: PetsMD Veterinary Editorial Staff