Dogue de Bordeaux Puppies Blog

This Dogue de Bordeaux is just about to say something… Someone is about to get told off

What a position for a Dogue de Bordeaux pup to take!

The term “growing pains” is something not to be taken lightly when it comes to raising a Dogue de Bordeaux. Just like humans who tend to slow down as they get older due to muscle, joint and bone pains, this breed can also sympathize. This breed is a very fast growing dog.

They can gain an average weight of 1-2 kilograms in a week. With this rapid pace comes some health concerns that should be monitored. One is Eosinophilic Panosteitis or the “Long Bone Syndrome” which is the excessive production of bone on the long bones and is painful until it grows out.

Elbow and hip dysplasia can also occur because the bones on the leg grow at different rates and affect the joints for fitting properly in the socket. This condition leads to arthritis. Concerned owners must be aware of signs to their dog’s discomfort: continuous pacing, lying down all the time, even in places that are not comfortable, whining and salivating, vomiting, and excessive agitation.

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

Owning a Dogue de Bordeaux is like owning a Harley Davidson; it is powerful and can be overwhelming but yet all features harmonize to a well tuned canine machine. Their bodies are muscular and are capable of overpowering their owners with relentless strength. But one should also note that the breed is very affectionate with family and needs to be in contact with them.

Living conditions are important to assess prior to getting a Dogue de Bordeaux. Country living is perfect for them. As they are an athletic breed, running freely and having their own space is vital to meeting their exercise needs. They are also resilient and endure the weather outside. City living is also manageable however a small yard is not enough; a large yard is great. Generally, the dog can be lazy and be a couch potato at times. But when the urge comes for them to release their energy, watch out.

The latest update is that Europuppy is offering hand picked Dogue de Bordeaux puppies for sale. This is a great opportunity for you dog lovers out there to own a breed that has such historic importance.

History of the Breed

Showcased in 1863, in the first French dog show held in the Jardin d’Acclimatiation, the dogs have been used as excellent guard dogs, known for their ability to be effective, and yet not aggressive.

Commonly known as the French Mastiff, this dog has one of the largest heads in Doggy Land, which I am sure aids in it’s reputation as a guard.

Indeed, they were a sign of the wealthy in France, who employed them for this purpose. Most of them perished in the French Revolution along with their owners. This history goes back further as Hitler had demanded the execution of these dogs due to their loyalty.

Status Today

After facing facing extinction like this, the dogs have been carefully nurtured from the 1960s, by a movement headed by Raymond Triquet. Since then, the Dogue de Bordeaux has made significant inroads in America, and has been fully recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC).

Characteristics

The true Dogue de Bordeaux dogs do not have white on the head or body, and have no color other than fawn (a light yellowish Brown). They ideally have a High Stimulus Threshold which measures the amount of stimulation that is just enough to evoke a response.

This correlates with what was mentioned above about their being not overly aggressive. Their teeth are not supposed to be visible when the mouth is closed. Their hindquarters will be parallel and vertical to the ground.

But overall, the impression of the Dogue de Bordeaux is one of serious purpose. One just needs to look at the imposing stance to understand why they were the favorites of the French Nobility. Their dignity and grace are an asset to their owners. The puppies on sale are the finest from dogs that Europuppy can provide, and of course, come with a lifetime guarantee.