🐶 Basic Characteristics

Height: Male: 25 – 27 inches (64 – 69 cm).
Weight: 50 – 59 kg (110 – 130 lbs).

Coat: Short, dense, and weather-resistant.

Colors: Fawn, red, or brindle with a black mask on the face and dark markings on ears.

Life Span: Average: 7 – 9 years.

Temperament

• Protective & Brave: Bred as estate guardians, highly protective of family and territory.
• Gentle with Family: Calm, affectionate, and tolerant, especially with children when socialized early.
• Loyal & Devoted: Strong bond with their owners, thrive on companionship.
• Quiet Watchdog: Not excessive barkers; usually silent but alert.
• Confident but Calm: Courageous against intruders but composed and relaxed at home.
• Trainable but Stubborn: Intelligent, but needs firm, consistent training and early socialization.

Health

• Hip & Elbow Dysplasia (joint problems due to large size).
• Bloat (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus) – a serious stomach condition.
• Heart Problems (subaortic stenosis, cardiomyopathy).
• Cancer (mast cell tumors, lymphoma).
• Eye Issues (entropion, progressive retinal atrophy).
• Skin Infections in facial folds.

• Hip & Elbow Dysplasia (joint problems due to large size).
• Bloat (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus) – a serious stomach condition.
• Heart Problems (subaortic stenosis, cardiomyopathy).
• Cancer (mast cell tumors, lymphoma).
• Eye Issues (entropion, progressive retinal atrophy).
• Skin Infections in facial folds.

Care Tips

• Maintain a healthy weight to protect joints.
• Regular vet checkups, especially for heart and hips.
• Grooming is easy → weekly brushing and wrinkle cleaning.
• Early obedience training and proper fencing are essential.