Name : Dogue De Bordeaux Origin : France Size : 68.5cm (27in) Weight : 45kg (100lbs) Life Span : 12 years Group : Mastiff
- The Dogue De Bordeaux is a short and stocky dog originally from France.
- It is a muscular, strong and powerful dog that is also agile and swift.
- They have huge heads and their upper lips hang over the lower lips.
- They also have a noticeable flap of skin at their throats called the dewlap.
- They are broad dogs who require a lot of space, activity and exercise.
- Their coats are soft and come in various colours such as fawn and mahogany.
- Adult Dogue De Bordeaux dogs are generally calm and but puppies can be playful.
- Dogue De Bordeaux is also known as the French Mastiff or the Bordeaux Bulldog.
- Dogue De Bordeaux are heavy dogs which are not ideal for newbie dog owners.
- They have average intelligence and can become destructive if not trained or socialized enough.
- They slobber, snore and fart a lot but being light shedders need limited grooming.
- Dogue De Bordeaux is loyal and affectionate towards its master and compatible with kids.
- Their barking is not a nuisance but they do snort and grunt excessively.
- The Dogue De Bordeaux can live for about 10 – 12 years approximately.
- The average litter size of Dogue De Bordeaux is about 4 – 6 puppies.
- Dogue De Bordeaux gained popularity after being featured in the movie, Turner and Hooch.