Bullmastiff,pitbull,rottweiler mix. - DogForum.net

tobo · 08-31-2008, 06:54 AM

my dogs father is a bullmastiff/pitbull mix and the mother is a rottweiler. has anyone come across this mix before? and could you advise me on what to feed my puppy.
thanks.

vixen · 08-31-2008, 05:44 PM

the only thing I can say is make shore you socialise and train this dog as much as posable . Because with all those 3 breeds in his make up, he could very well become a dangerous dog easly and qickly.

Kelli_42 · 08-31-2008, 05:57 PM

Food wise, feed the highest quality food that you can afford. It will give him a good start in life

And I agree with vixen, socializing is a must! If he hasn't had all his shots yet, have people come over and meet him, and if they have dogs that are friendly and reliable and have had all their shots, ask them to bring over the dog as well. Early socializing is invaluable, and is extremely important.

When he is up to date, I would advise puppy classes asap. They are great for socializing with other puppies and learning how to teach him basic commands such as sit, down, come, etc.

Good luck with the puppy and hope to see pictures!

blunder paws · 08-31-2008, 06:00 PM

Hi and welcome to the forum. Sorry i have no experience with these breeds. Would love to see some pics of your puppy. Enjoy.

Monkey · 08-31-2008, 06:08 PM

you need a high class food to ensure he gets everything he needs. calcium will be important for this dog thus to the bone structure (if he gets the heavy side of the genetic make up). Also do not overexercise him when he's young, if you do this dog will run risk of dysplacia. And socialisation will be key for this dog with dogs and humans, you have double guard and double fight. He will guard even IF you socialise so that wont be nothing you will be needing to encourage. If you do he might go very unstable and you can't enjoy your sweet dog. Oh and please show us photos I love all three breeds and would LOVE to see pictures...

Briard Lover · 09-01-2008, 05:23 AM

Hi and Welcome

You need to buy a good quality large puppy food. He is going to be big and powerful so you mustgive him the best food to can afford.
As he is going to be so big you must always let him know that the are pack leader, and your family are next he must learn that he is the last in the pack, even so young he will try to be dominant, and if you have children don't let them play to rough with him, it might to fun when he a baby but remember the power he'll have when he's grown up.

And I know you will this already but just in case! Don't leave children alone with him even as a puppy he can do serious damage.

But saying all that I hope you and your puppy have a wonderful long and happy life together..

dornhoffer · 09-01-2008, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vixen

the only thing I can say is make shore you socialise and train this dog as much as posable . Because with all those 3 breeds in his make up, he could very well become a dangerous dog easly and qickly.

rotties and mastiffs are far from agressive imo. since the pit is already cut , I dont think it should be a problem at all, However socializing any dog is a must.

Melamaphine · 09-01-2008, 07:17 AM

I don't have experience of that particular mix, like others have said careful socialisation is a must - but that goes for any puppy anyway! Rotties and Bullmastiffs aren't all aggressive of course, but as they are guarding breeds they can become a little anti-social if not taught to interact with lots of people and dogs.

We used to have another guarding breed, the Pyrenean Mountain Dog and the socialisation was very important with them too as they have a tendency to be quite reserved with strangers.

The best quality food you can afford is essential, supermarket food is rubbish. Other than that, lots of stimulation and a 'job' to do will be important as all three breeds have quite a high drive. If you don't stimulate, that's when the problems will start. You also need to be a firm leader from the beginning as they are breeds that need a strong leader to respect.

zoeybeau1 · 09-01-2008, 07:37 AM

Welcome to DF hope you enjoy it here.

Have to agree Mastiffs and Rotties arent always aggressive in the right hands, all dogs have to makeup to be ill mannered and dangerous, training is what is important with this mix and dont forget picces, that's the important thing here, ive never seen a mix of these breeds before.xx

Monkey · 09-01-2008, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dornhoffer

rotties and mastiffs are far from agressive imo. since the pit is already cut , I dont think it should be a problem at all, However socializing any dog is a must.

no they arent if you socialize that is the key, if you leave any dog unsocialised to become fearful it will go dangerous a big dog like this will go extrem. I have one in my home that I cant adopt out cause of previous owners, he has now bit me three times in redirected fear aggression.

Trust me this dog can become dangerous if the owner mess up...

08-31-2008, 06:54 AM	#1
tobo Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1 Rep: 10 Unique Rep: 0	Bullmastiff,pitbull,rottweiler mix. my dogs father is a bullmastiff/pitbull mix and the mother is a rottweiler. has anyone come across this mix before? and could you advise me on what to feed my puppy. thanks.

08-31-2008, 05:44 PM	#2
vixen Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Wiltshire, UK Posts: 1,229 Rep: 29 Unique Rep: 13	the only thing I can say is make shore you socialise and train this dog as much as posable . Because with all those 3 breeds in his make up, he could very well become a dangerous dog easly and qickly. __________________ Owned by Max the dog Havoc, Lex and Titch the ferrets Foxy and Farrow the gerbils Rio the leopard gecko Many stick insects see thread http://www.dogforum.net/other-pets/3...ct-babies.html If ya gonna buy Please only buy from health tested dogs, weather it be pure or a cross I've been kissed "I've got the do you?" thanks sheplovr

08-31-2008, 06:00 PM	#4
blunder paws Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: uk Posts: 2,432 Rep: 24 Unique Rep: 10	Hi and welcome to the forum. Sorry i have no experience with these breeds. Would love to see some pics of your puppy. Enjoy. __________________ A *dog is like a shadow that never fades.* *" I've got thedo you?"* *"I'm chillin' with the forum!" Thanks K9 Max* *I have been fleeced Thanks JGLI*

08-31-2008, 06:08 PM	#5
Monkey Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: North Massapequa Posts: 9,109 Blog Entries: 23 Rep: 126 Unique Rep: 60	you need a high class food to ensure he gets everything he needs. calcium will be important for this dog thus to the bone structure (if he gets the heavy side of the genetic make up). Also do not overexercise him when he's young, if you do this dog will run risk of dysplacia. And socialisation will be key for this dog with dogs and humans, you have double guard and double fight. He will guard even IF you socialise so that wont be nothing you will be needing to encourage. If you do he might go very unstable and you can't enjoy your sweet dog. Oh and please show us photos I love all three breeds and would LOVE to see pictures... __________________ I love dogs cause they do not lie. "I'm chillin' with the forum! "I've been fleeced by Draco!" "I've been fleeced by JGLI"

09-01-2008, 05:23 AM	#6
Briard Lover Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: West Midlands, England Posts: 801 Rep: 17 Unique Rep: 5	Hi and Welcome You need to buy a good quality large puppy food. He is going to be big and powerful so you mustgive him the best food to can afford. As he is going to be so big you must always let him know that the are pack leader, and your family are next he must learn that he is the last in the pack, even so young he will try to be dominant, and if you have children don't let them play to rough with him, it might to fun when he a baby but remember the power he'll have when he's grown up. And I know you will this already but just in case! Don't leave children alone with him even as a puppy he can do serious damage. But saying all that I hope you and your puppy have a wonderful long and happy life together.. __________________ Always in my heart 09/04/1998 - 13/11/2009 Amber (Triskele's Orageaux)

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08-31-2008, 05:57 PM	#3
Kelli_42 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 465 Rep: 12 Unique Rep: 2	Food wise, feed the highest quality food that you can afford. It will give him a good start in life And I agree with vixen, socializing is a must! If he hasn't had all his shots yet, have people come over and meet him, and if they have dogs that are friendly and reliable and have had all their shots, ask them to bring over the dog as well. Early socializing is invaluable, and is extremely important. When he is up to date, I would advise puppy classes asap. They are great for socializing with other puppies and learning how to teach him basic commands such as sit, down, come, etc. Good luck with the puppy and hope to see pictures!

09-01-2008, 07:17 AM	#8
Melamaphine Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Coventry, UK Posts: 4,893 Blog Entries: 9 Rep: 66 Unique Rep: 30	I don't have experience of that particular mix, like others have said careful socialisation is a must - but that goes for any puppy anyway! Rotties and Bullmastiffs aren't all aggressive of course, but as they are guarding breeds they can become a little anti-social if not taught to interact with lots of people and dogs. We used to have another guarding breed, the Pyrenean Mountain Dog and the socialisation was very important with them too as they have a tendency to be quite reserved with strangers. The best quality food you can afford is essential, supermarket food is rubbish. Other than that, lots of stimulation and a 'job' to do will be important as all three breeds have quite a high drive. If you don't stimulate, that's when the problems will start. You also need to be a firm leader from the beginning as they are breeds that need a strong leader to respect. __________________ I'am chillin' with forum thanks Bigboy and Sheplovr! I've been fleeced by Draco!

09-01-2008, 07:37 AM	#9
zoeybeau1 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Northern Ireland. Posts: 479 Rep: 16 Unique Rep: 5	Welcome to DF hope you enjoy it here. Have to agree Mastiffs and Rotties arent always aggressive in the right hands, all dogs have to makeup to be ill mannered and dangerous, training is what is important with this mix and dont forget picces, that's the important thing here, ive never seen a mix of these breeds before.xx __________________ I've got the Do you? "I'm chillin' with the forum! "-- Thanks Sheplovr

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