Bullmastiff
HundRiesigGewicht 41–59 kgLebenserwartung 7–10 J.
The silent giant guardian — giant size means short life: lymphoma and other cancers, GDV, joints and eyelids are all common.
Wesen: Steady and brave, strong guardian instinct, gentle with family
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Hoch
Lymphoma and other cancers
Breed-prone — palpate lymph nodes at every exam
Hoch
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
The giant deep-chested emergency
Häufig
Hip/elbow dysplasia
Standard giant screening
Häufig
Eyelid entropion / ectropion
Loose lids need ophthalmic assessment
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1Lymph node palpation (every exam)
- #2Hip/elbow X-rays (age 1-2)
- #3Monthly weight & BCS
🍚 Ernährung
Giant-puppy controlled growth; split meals with rest after eating.
🛁 Tagespflege
Moderate exercise; poor heat tolerance — cool summers; short life means frequent health monitoring.
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