this mixed mastiff/terrier breed is a relatively new one, having been bred for only about half a century now. John Swinford, a veterinarian in the US bred a female Neapolitan Mastiff with a make American pit bull terrier, leading to this new breed. Breeder Joe Lucero soon followed suit and the breed quickly took off.
This dog is extremely easy to train and is very obedient. He is well known for his calm temperament. Weighing in on average of about one hundred to one hundred forty pounds, he is also a very confident dog. These dogs are bred to protect but the demeanor of this protector is quiet. The American Bandogge mastiff is also considered to be highly intelligent and a very good guard dog. The only thing with this dog is that when he is in the process of guarding the territory, he doesn't like to bark. It is kind of hard to be a watch dog without barking. I am sure it has its advantages and disadvantages. I don't think that I would want this huge dog sneaking up on me if I were in the process of robbing its home.
With their quiet nature, they also tend to have separation anxiety. They get lonely quickly and do not like for their owners to be out of their sight. Despite the lack of barking at intruders as they come about, these gentle giants will howl when their owners are absent. Just like most dogs, if they are raised from a puppy around other animals, even kittens, they can get along with them just fine, despite their large build.
Being the large dog that they are, they are also very active and love to exercise. Be prepared to do a lot of walking. They definitely will need to go on a regular walk, especially if they are confined to a house all day long while you are at work. It doesn't take too long to get attached to these 'Silent Peacekeepers'. They attach quickly to their owners and family and can become quite aggressive when provoked. They are very good with children. They stand to be confident. They are an extremely obedient breed.
Since these are large dogs, they do need their exercise and they love to walk, run and play. You'll definitely have to give them a couple of daily walks and some outdoor playtime whenever you have the opportunity. These gentle dogs bond quickly with their new families and you'll find it works both ways. They are intensely loyal and are especially good with children; their calm nature combined with their energy makes them ideal companions for kids. The short coats of American Bandogge Mastiffs are easy to groom and keep up since they're easy to brush. Other than a slight tendency towards dry skin, these dogs are a pet owners dream.
There you have it, an all American, well rounded dog. A family friendly, one hundred forty pound, pound gentle giant. He will ease up on an intruder without a sound, yet go hysterical when his loving family is away. Wonderful with kids that will most definitely defend his own. Not to mention he is easy to groom with the short hair. However, he may also have dry skin. This is a brand new breed that has only been around for about forty years and continues to thrive, today. If you can live with a huge dog and a little bit of slobbery kisses and love, then the American Bandogge may just be the right dog for you!