Dogue de Bordeaux

• Origin and Crossbreeds: Originating from France, the Dogue de Bordeaux is one of the oldest French breeds, primarily used as a guard and working dog. Primarily purebred, though occasionally crossed with other mastiff breeds.

• Compatibility with Children and Babies: Calm and gentle, they tend to be good with children but require supervision due to their large size.

• Compatibility with Other Pets: Can be dominant with other dogs and requires early socialization.

• Health Conditions: Prone to hip dysplasia, heart problems, and bloat.

• Habits: Calm and low-energy, but highly protective of their families.

• Social Life: Very loyal and protective, especially toward their families, though they are often wary of strangers.

• Suitability for Home Life: Best suited for homes with space due to their size and need for moderate exercise.

• Eating Habits: Requires a high-quality diet suited to large breeds, with portion control to avoid obesity.

• Average Monthly Expenses: Monthly costs can range from £120-180 GBP due to their large size and specific dietary needs.

• Encyclopedic Fact: The Dogue de Bordeaux is known for its distinctive wrinkled face and massive build, and was featured in the film Turner & Hooch.