Affectionate, Loyal, Courageous
The Dogue de Bordeaux is an immensely powerful mastiff-type guardian. Males can go 27 inches high and 110 pounds. The short, eye-catching coat is a richly colored fawn. The massive head features a Bulldog-like undershot jaw, expressive eyes, and a deeply furrowed brow. It is, proโฆ
Energy
60%
Shedding
80%
Trainability
60%
Grooming
20%
Friendliness
60%
Coat Type
Short coat
Occasional Bath/Brush
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toys
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training
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grooming
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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ walks, play sessions, or swimming.
Heavy shedder โ brush 3-4ร per week and deShed weekly to manage coat.
Best suited to owners with some dog experience โ difficulty rated 5/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
Naturally friendly and protective, it integrates well into family life when socialised early.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity โ under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
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FCI Group
Group 2 โ Pinschers, Schnauzers, Molosser and Swiss Mountain Dogs
Section
Molossers en berghonden
Status
recognized