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Workinggiant🌍 United Statesfamily protector and guardian
American Mastiff
Steady, loyal, gentle, watchful
Popularity
610
Anatolian-influenced mastiff bred for less drool; calm house guardian with a stable demeanor.
Lifespan
10–12 years
Coat
smooth coat or long coat; smooth variety is short, smooth, dense, and close to the body
Colors
fawn, apricot, brindle with black mask
Male height
30–36 in
Female height
28–34 in
Male weight
150–200 lb
Female weight
130–180 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
2
Trainability
3
Playfulness
2
Protectiveness
4
Prey drive
2
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
1
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
2
Good with strangers
2
Care & environment
Shedding
2
Grooming
2
Drooling
2
Coat length
1
Exercise needs
2
Heat tolerance
2
Cold tolerance
4
