Spanish Mastiff

Spanischer Mastiff
Spanish Mastiff

The Spanish Mastiff is an imposing native Spanish breed, bred for centuries to guard livestock. Calm and serene at home, it is distrustful of strangers and very loyal to its family. Needs space and early socialization.

📊 Characteristics

Size
Giant (> 45 kg)
Energy
🛋️ Calm — short walks
Coat
Medium — weekly brushing
Life expectancy
10–12 years
Care level
🟡 Medium — some experience recommended

📈 Breed profile

Energy
30
Size
95
Coat care
50
Sociability
70
Trainability
58

Orientative rating (0-100) based on the breed’s general characteristics. Every dog is unique: its real energy, temperament and care needs may vary.

⚕️ Health — most common risks

⚠️
Hip/elbow dysplasia
⚠️
bloat
⚠️
Cardiomyopathy

This information is orientative. Always consult your vet for preventive monitoring.

💉 Recommended vaccination

💉 DHPPi (Distemper, Parvo, Hepatitis)Every 3 years
💉 RabiesYearly or every 3 years by country
💉 LeptospirosisYearly (high exposure)
💉 Bordetella (kennel cough)Yearly if boarding

Orientative schedule. Your vet will adapt the calendar to the geographic area and lifestyle of your Spanish Mastiff.

💰 Estimated monthly cost

🥩 Food
~120
🩺 Vet
~45
🧸 Accessories
~25
📊 Total / month
~190

General estimate for Spain. It varies depending on food brand, city, pet insurance and lifestyle. It does not include extraordinary expenses.

📅 Life stages of the Spanish Mastiff

🍼
Puppy0 – 12 months
  • ·Initial vaccination schedule (8, 12 and 16 weeks)
  • ·Socialisation with people, dogs and new environments
  • ·No going outside until vaccinations are complete
  • ·Puppy food suited to its size
🦴
Young adult1 – 3 years
  • ·Energy peak — needs consistent daily exercise
  • ·Basic training well established (sit, stay, recall)
  • ·Decide on neutering with your vet
  • ·Switch to adult food
🐕
Adult3 – 7 years
  • ·Stable routine of walks and feeding
  • ·Weight control (obesity affects the joints)
  • ·Annual vet check-up + vaccination reminders
  • ·Watch for early signs of common breed conditions
👴
Senior7+ years
  • ·Adapt exercise: more walks, less intense
  • ·Senior diet (fewer calories, more antioxidants)
  • ·Check-ups every 6 months + annual blood work
  • ·Orthopaedic beds if there is arthrosis

🔍 Similar breeds

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