Flying W Mastiff

BREED STANDARD Origin: United States Height: 28-35 inches Weight: 140-200+ pounds Group: Mastiff The American mastiff is a large, massive, powerful dog with a broad head. Kindly wide set eyes, of brown or amber color, the darker the better. Powerful neck, wide, deep chest, muscular back. Tail is wide at the root, tapering to the end, hanging straight in repose, forming slight curve. Temperament; The American mastiff is a combination of grandeur, good nature, and gentleness. Dignity rather than gaiety. They are neither shy nor vicious. Understanding, patient, and loving with their family, especially children. Loyal, devoted, gentle and kind, will defend if needed, but not agressive. Coat: Dense, short, and thick Color: Fawn, Apricot, and Brindle. Puppies are all born dark and lighten as they grow older, some becoming very light fawn by age one year. Some retain dark hairs (not a fault). A small white patch on a foot or chest (and very rarely the chin) is not considered a fault Head: Wide, heavy and rectangular in shape Eyes: Kindly, wide set; brown or amber in color Ears: Rounded and set high on head Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head Nose: Black Bite: Scissor Neck: Powerful and slightly arched Chest: Deep, broad, and well-rounded, descending to the level of elbows; ribs are well-sprung and extend well back Body: Back is straight, muscular, and powerful with well-muscled and slightly arched loins Legs: Forelegs are strong, straight, and set well apart; hind legs are wide and parallel Feet: Large, round, and compact with arched toes and black nails Tail: Wide at the root tapering to the end, hanging straight in repose forming a slight curve; long, reaching the hocks Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile