The mastiff is a huge, smooth-coated breed of dog with a large blocky head, blunt muzzle, drop ears, and a low-carried tail. For show, mules must stand at least 75 cm(30 in) at the shoulder, whereas females must be a minimum of 68,75cm (27,5 in). An adult male weighs at least 74, 25 kg (165 lb). the mastiff gives the impression of immense strength: the chest is deep and broad, the back muscular and powerful. The coat may be fawn, apricot, silver, or brindle, with black muzzle and ears. The mastiff is a reliable guard.
The mastiff type of dog probably originated in Asia and was introduced into England as early as the 6th century BC. Invading Romans, impressed with its strength and fighting ability, used the breed to fight bulls, bears, lions, tigers, and gladiators in the area. In Elizabethan time, the breed was used for baiting bears and lions.
The mastiff is a working dog breed in England. Mastiff-type dogs fought in the roman circus and in the dogfights of Elizabethan England.
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