Dogue de Bordeaux Puppies Blog

Don’t be afraid of this somewhat fearsome and also worried appearance due to the wrinkles on its face, the Dogue de Bordeaux is a very sweet and affectionate dog as well as a strong protector due to its fighting dog roots. They enjoy being cuddled and tickled when they get the chance to play with their owners. If you really want to own a Dogue de Bordeaux, there are more things you should know. The Dogue has a deep chest and a solid, broad back with a low carried, thick tail. They have a muscular and powerful build with smooth, short coats in reddish brown colors with a dark mask. These are just a few of the traits noted in the breed standard that breeders should stick to when developing this canine. It is the only way you can get a quality dog! But there might be breeders who don’t have the right ones due to irresponsibility and laziness. So beware! Read the rest of this entry »

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.

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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.

All our dogs have the ability to break our hearts. Whether you share your life with a DOGUE DE BORDEAUX a Labrador Retriever, the bond you form with your dog can be one of the closest and most powerful you will ever experience.

If you want proof of just how extraordinary the relationsip between man and his best friend can be then you really must read a stunning new book called One Dog At A Time. It has been written by a British Marine and dog lover called Pen Farthing and tells of his time serving in the violent Helmand Province of Afghanistan.

While dodging the bullets and mortars, Sergeant Farthing witnessed the cruel and barbaric Afghan tradition of dog fighting. Rather than standing by as many would have done, he risked his life by breaking up the fighting and freeing the dogs. One of them, a big, battle-scarred mastiff he christened Nowzad after the town he was stationed in, found his way into the Marine compound where he befriended his liberator. As Farthing’’s tour of duty continued, he and Nowzad became inseparable buddies. The tough British soldier and the powerful dog formed an odd couple in the middle of the war zone. They were soon joined by other dogs who were drawn to the sanctuary the Marine compound provided. At one point, one dog pushed her litter of newborn pups through the wall of the compound so that they could be safe from the Taliban bombs and general cruelty of the Afghans towards the dog.

By the end of his time in Afghanistan, Farthing had more than a dozen dogs and puppies living in his makeshift sanctuary. As he prepared to leave, he was faced with the heartbreaking prospect of leaving them all behind.

We won’t spoil the ending of this powerful book, but suffice it to say that two of the dogs he rescued are now living with Pen Farthing in England. He has also set up a fantastic charity to rescue other abused dogs in Afghanistan. His work is truly inspirational and is winning the admiration and support of dog lovers everywhere. Part of the proceeds from the book will go towards his charity.

If you only buy and read one dog book this year, make it One Dog At A Time.

Dogs have become such an important part of our society, that the need for them to fit in well with other human beings and not pose a threat or a disturbance is critical to their long term acceptance by our neighbors and others around us. Not all people are dog lovers and to make sure that they’re not inconvenienced by our pets, training is essential.

Also, dog training is an integral part of a working dog’s life for them to be able to assist humans in activities like hunting and police work. Training dogs is a specialized skill since the key difficulty lies in how to communicate efficiently with them.

All dog training is a repetition of the basic principle of reward and punishment in various forms and combinations. Communication of these signals is the key to proper training. One very important thing to remember is consistency of signals. The reliability of the training depends on how well a dog is able to be sure of what your signals mean.
It must also be mentioned that different dog breeds take to training differently. Dogs like the iconic German Shepherd are very easily trained due to their high intelligence. Another important factor is the emotional state of the dog. A dog that is frightened, anxious, or insecure doesn’t train well and this reflects the importance of factors like proper socialization of puppies.

A lot of studies have shown that proper puppy socialization goes a long way towards ensuring a good temperament and receptivity towards training. Lots of handling, petting and generally being around humans in their everyday life goes a long way towards making a dog well behaved and easy to train.

Training Dogue de Bordeaux puppies should not begin too early however, as there is evidence to show that before a certain age, the brains of puppies are not significantly developed enough to process complex learning.

Professional dog trainers are best when it comes to training your dog as they will ensure that the proper habits are set for life, including how to behave around strangers. For the safety of your dog, it is your duty as an owner to ensure that he or she is well trained.

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Secrets to Dog Training covers all aspects of dog training, including behavioral issues that can ruin the relationship between dog and owner. If you have ever tried to train a dog, you know from experience what a challenge it can be. Here is what’s inside Secrets to Dog Training to help you avoid all the frustration and pain usually associated with training a dog yourself. Among many others, you will learn how to:

• curb your dog’s aggressiveness
• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harrassed.

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Pregnancy in the older female dog is hard on these senior citizens. The demands of the growing puppies tax the body, and the process of delivery is extremely hard on the older dog. As they age, the uterus does not respond as well to the signal to contract and many times an emergency Caesarian section becomes necessary. In addition to the possibility of subjecting your older dog and her unborn pups to a dangerous surgery there are other reasons to spay your dog.

Spaying Can Decreases Exposure to Communicable Diseases

More breeding mean more exposure to different dogs, some of which may be harboring a communicable disease. Sometimes, females and males get into a lover’s tiff complete with biting, scratching and biting-wounds which may result in the need for medical attention.

Spaying Will Stop Heat Fluid Discharges

Along with the potential to become pregnant comes the bodily discharge associated with heat period. Most intact female dog owners are familiar with the inevitable blood stains which accompany the heat period. No longer having to clean up stains to your rugs, floors, furniture, and clothing is one big plus of spaying the female dog.

Spaying Will End the Dog Riots At Your Front Door

There is no disputing the fact that a female dog in heat is a very powerful attractant to all intact male dogs for miles around. You may feel that you can adequately contain your female dog and ward of potential suitors, but they will still come sniffing around. Your neighbors may also be relieved if you spay your dog and eliminate unwanted intruders and their barking, urinating and defecating on yours, and theirs, property.

Spaying Your Older Female Dog May Energize Her

Your female dog may have become worn down and thin by the constant demand her pregnant body places on her. Not only does pregnancy and nursing place high demand on her energy reserves, but the sheer act of going through a heat cycle taxes the body. An older dog doesn’t rebound from the energy deficit placed on the body. Spaying her now can replace lost muscle mass and improve her coat, appearance, response, and attitude.

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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.

Loss of a Dogue de Bordeaux Named Sirus

If you’ve ever known the joyful sound
Of barks that fill the air-
A sloppy kiss, a friendly paw,
A quiet adoring stare-
If you’ve ever had a special friend
To share a tear or two,
Or maybe just a wagging tail
To lift you when you’re blue-
If you’ve ever felt the wrenching pain
That only death can send,
Then you have lost
Not just a dog-
You’ve truly lost a friend.
But God is good and treasures love
And there at Heaven’s gate-
A sloppy kiss, a joyful bark-
Your precious friend awaits.

- Anonymous.