Originally used for: Dog fighting, guard dog, war dog
Used today: Guard dog, companion
Other Name(s): French Mastiff, Bordeaux dog, Bulldogue Francais, DDB
History of the Breed: The breed is over 700 years old and has served as cattle drover, war dog, guard dog, fighting dog pitted against
bulls, bears, and other dogs.
General Appearance: An ancient French breed of Mastiff blood line, bred for more than 700 years, the breed originally come in two
varieties, Dogues and Doguins, the Dogues being a much larger dog than the Doguins. The dogs are short-faced Molossers and have an enormous
head, massively built body and very imposing overall look. The head is coupled with deep wrinkles and a powerful jaw.
The short, sleek coat comes in all shades of red from fawn to isabella. All Bordeaux have a mask that is a deepening of color around the eyes
and muzzle, of either red or black. The nose color corresponds to the color of the mask.
Color: Red, fawn to mahogany with a black or red mask
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: They make good companions, very attached to their master and affectionate. The males can be dominant.
Friendly with children: Yes, with proper socialization and training
Friendly with other dogs: Caution - socializing, training, handling, or management of this breed is critical. This is a large and very powerful dog capable of seriously injuring or killing other animals.
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: Medium to high
Health Issues with the Breed: Major: Entropion, ectropion, von Willebrand's disease
Minor: Acne
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
ORBEA -OLd Red English Bulldogges Association & Registry
UKC -United Kennel Club
