American Mastiff Puppy – How To Find One For Sale

Are you ready to bring home your own American Mastiff puppy?  You probably already know that they are just about the most adorable creatures on the face of the earth.  If you are anxious to pick one out for your own family pet, then it is time to find a good place to buy one.

The first thing that comes to mind when looking for a mastiff puppy is to look for a local breeder.  Looking in the newspaper or the yellow pages is always an option, but don't limit yourself to just that.  Try and find out when a dog show will be held in your area.  Attend, and talk to any mastiff owners or breeders than you can while you are there.  Don't worry about "bothering" them, because most of these people love to talk about their passion: mastiffs!

When talking to mastiff owners, go ahead and ask for recommendations for a good breeder.  You will probably find some insights just by asking.  If an owner suggests a breeder who is out of the area, even in another state, don't write them off immediately.  A great dog will be your trusty companion for years, and it is worth traveling to pick your puppy up! 

When talking directly to breeders, don't worry too much about asking just the "right" questions.  Just strike up a conversation and let them know that you are looking for a mastiff puppy.  A breeder who is truly enthusiastic about what they do will most likely take the lead in your conversation.  Even a few minutes talking with a breeder should give you a good sense of his or her quality.  You should be looking for someone who is truly excited about the breed.  A breeder who loves mastiffs is most likely to get you a healthy, happy puppy who will grow into a great dog one day.

If you find that the breeder seems to have just as many (or more) questions for you as you have for him, that is a great sign!  It means that the breeder has a real concern for the welfare of his dogs.  With a breeder like this, you will not only get a wonderful pup, you will also get support and guidance for the rest of the dog's life.

There are a few important questions you will want to be sure and ask during your conversation with any American Mastiff breeder.  When is the next litter of pups expected?  How old will the puppy be when you can take him home?  Will you have to travel to pick up the puppy?

» left by Rescue Volunteer from IL 3 years 266 days ago.

You won't find an American Mastiff breeder at a dog show. American mastiff is the name for a Anatolian Mastiff mix. Being touted as a purebreed but still being mixed. You will however find breeders of the Mastiff (of English Origins) and the Dogue de Bordeaux (french mastiff newly accepted) and also the Neapolitan mastiff (italian mastiff) and even the Tibetan Mastiff....but no, not the mixed breed dog being sold as a pedigreed dog. Good advice on finding a breeder though.

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» left by American Mastiff owner from Illinois 3 years 143 days ago.

American Mastiffs were created over 25 years ago by Fredericka Wagner of Flying W Farms in Ohio by crossing an English Mastiff and an Anatolian Mastiff.  American Mastiffs are very similar to English Mastiffs in size, physical appearance and temperament.  Through very selective breeding through the years, the American Mastiff, on average, drools less, has less incidence of health problems, and generally has a longer lifespan than their English Mastiff cousins. 

 

As the American Mastiff breed is a relatively new breed, they are not recognized by the AKC.  Therefore, the American Mastiff is not eligible to participate in any AKC sanctioned events.  American Mastiffs are bred to be family pets, not show dogs.  The American Mastiff breed has been recognized as purebred since 2000 by the Continental Kennel Club.

 

The American Mastiff is a very loving, gentle and loyal family pet.  I am the proud owner of an American Mastiff who is a Certified Therapy Dog.  I also own two wonderful English Mastiffs.  To learn more about this awesome breed, please join the American Mastiff Family Forum and chat with lots of other American Mastiff fanciers, owners, owners-to-be, and folks just wanting to learn about this awesome breed.

 

There are 10 AMBC (American Mastiff Breeders Council) approved breeders in the United States and Canada.  These breeders have voluntarily agreed to abide by the ethical breeder guidelines and rules of AMBC. These are breeders of the true purebred American Mastiff dogs which trace their bloodlines back to Flying W Farms, Inc.  The American Mastiff is not to be confused with the Panja American Mastiff, whose lines are strongly influenced by Rottweilers and Pitbulls.

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