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Mastiff: A Comprehensive Guide to Owning and Caring for Your Dog (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Christina De Lima-netto, Christina De Lima-netto
Publisher: Kennel Club Books
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 52706
Media: Hardcover
Edition: Rev. American Ed
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 158
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 6.8 x 0.7
ISBN: 159378337X
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.73
EAN: 9781593783372
ASIN: 159378337X
Publication Date: September 2003
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Book Description
Deriving from ancient dogs from the Old World, the Mastiff remains one of the most fascinating living relics in the animal kingdom. Today's Mastiff, no longer used as a warrior, large-game hunter and animal baiter, has become an upright member of canine society, as a home companion, estate guardian and show dog. Weighing over 200 pounds, the noble Mastiff is the heaviest pure-bred dog in the world, a true gentle giant who lives to be close to his well-protected family. For the right family, able to offer proper accommodations and training, the Mastiff makes a true "friend for life." Author Christina de Lima-Netto, a successful Mastiff breeder from Spain, has written an informative and insightful book about her best friend. The new owner and the experienced owner alike will welcome the author's experience and candor, whether she's discussing the breed's complex history, breed characteristics and the standard or her own ways of feeding, training and caring for the Mastiff. Illustrated with over 135 color photographs, this book also presents information on housebreaking, everyday care, health care, showing and much more.
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Old English Mastiff February 29, 2008
Informative & easy to read. Gives a detailed history on the breeds origin and characteristics. Great sections on housebreaking, everyday care and health. I loved all the color pictures!
Excellent Resource of Information July 4, 2007
This is a must have for any Mastiff Owner from the beginning owner to the seasoned breeder. It is extremely informative and Inspirational.
We purchased this book as well as another.
"History of The Mastiff"- Gathered From Sculpture, Pottery, Carvings, Paintings and Engravings; Also From Various Authors, With Remarks On Same, This book was "NOT" worth the purchase price.
 Attractive, quality book if not totally comprehensive. February 21, 2006
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book provides a good overview of all topics related to Mastiffs. A great book for someone interested in the general history, care requirements, and peculiarities of the mastiff breed. The photos are nice, and this is a fun book to pick up and browse through. Lots of quality information can be found within, yet the breadth of information prevents a truly comprehensive approach. Still, a good value overall!
mastiff kennel club book February 18, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book is by far the best. it gives thorough information specifically for mastiffs. it has a place for records and gets down to all the particulars about the breed!
AN EXCELLENT REVIEW OF THE MASTIFF March 31, 2004
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
I was really impressed with this book from the very first pages. Although I pretty well know it belongs to a series of well over 250+ books published by Kennel CLub Books,Inc -- this book does not, and I really mean it, does not appear to be a "standard-type-of-book". In fact, the book opens with 30+ pages of well documented history of the breed that are a real MUST to every Mastiff fancier, but this is not all.There are so many interesting old photos and past time's references. Same applies to the Characteristic's chapter -- so informative! If you read carefully the section on Everyday Care (particularly on Feeding & Dietary needs) and that other on Training, you will soon be aware that the book is written by a real EXPERT. I also enjoyed very much the Puppy selection and care section -- very accurate and helpful indeed. Therefore I would like to express my hearfelt thanks to the author and wish she goes on writing more books for this publisher or any other.
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