By Sergey Uhanov (Certified Veterinarian)Dr. Sergey Uhanov Last updated: 18th October 2022

American Bandogge Mastiff

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Sergey Uhanov (Certified Veterinarian) Dr. Sergey Uhanov
Last updated: 18th October 2022

The American Bandogge Mastiff is a cross between any breed of Bulldog (American bulldog, American Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier) and Mastiff (Neapolitan Mastiff, Bullmastiff, Old English Mastiff). This large, powerful, muscular dog has a rectangular shaped, well-proportioned body, triangular ears, overhanging lips, strong jaws and wide eyes.

American Bandogge Mastiff Pictures

Quick Information

Other NicknamesAmerican Bandogge, American Mastiff, Swinford Bandog
CoatShort , close and thick
ColorBlack, blue, fawn, red, brindle
Breed TypeCross breed
Group (of Breed)Working
LifespanAbout 10 years
Weight100 to 140 pounds(Male): Greater than 85 pounds(Female)
Height (size)More than 25 inches
SheddingAverage
TemperamentGentle, Loyal, Intelligent
Good with ChildYes
Litter Size2-5 puppies at a time
HypoallergenicYes
Country Originated inUSA
Competitive RegistrationACHC, DDKC, DRA, BBC, DBR

American Bandogge Mastiff Video


History

Initially said to have originated in Europe this breed was used by British gamekeepers as hunter and fighter dogs, after which John Swinford, an American veterinarian, crossed an American pit bull terrier with a female Neapolitan mastiff in the 1960s to make a complete guardian dog. Another American breeder John Lucero played a pivotal role in developing this breed, calling his dogs American Bandog Mastiff.

Temperament

This intelligent, confident, docile and loyal breed has the ability in indentifying suspicious human behavior, thereby emerging as great protection dogs, loving and protecting the family till the end. If socialized, they get along with cats and other dogs. Generally good to children, they might become their self-appointed baby sitter. Not being good to visitors when the owner is not at home, they may also howl constantly in his absence. Not performing the bark function of the ‘bark and hold’ technique is a temperamental drawback.

Care

Exercise

With proper physical and mental exercise, they do not become lazy and destructive. Thought they live well in apartments, a home with a large fence yard is ideal. They also enjoy their daily walks with their owners.

Grooming

Brushing their short coat regularly with a firm bristle brush, will help removing dead hair and dandruff, whereas rubbing with a clean cloth after brushing will help in retaining the gloss. Frequent bathing is harmful for the skin, but trimming their nails and keeping their eyes and ears clean helps in preventing infection. If they have wrinkles, it should be cleaned with a wet cloth or baby wipes and dried with corn starch or baby powder. This breed has a tendency to drool, so their mouth should be wiped after meals.

Health Problems

Like all other cross breeds they also may acquire the ailments of their parents. Other health problems include eye diseases, hip and elbow dysplasia, epilepsy, autoimmune thyroiditis, different types of cancer and skin problems. Having a deep chest, it can suffer from gastric dilatation volvulus or bloat.

Training

This mighty, easy-to-train breed needs a firm, assertive trainer who can control their dominant nature. Socialization along with obedience training is needed to be given since its puppy days to make it disciplined and well-behaved.

Feeding

They should be given good quality dog food and artificial supplements are to be avoided. Clean drinking water should be always available as they often feel thirsty. Because of their drooling tendency, their bowl should be washed and water changed, as they do not drink the soiled water.

Interesting facts

  • The term Bandog or Bandogge originated in Middle England around 1250 to 1300, talking about a kind of mastiff dog that was chained in the day and freed at night to guard.
  • It was recognized as an American Bandogge by the American Canine Hybrid Club, whereas the Designer Dogs Kennel Club recognizes it as the American Masti-Bull.
  • They are good therapy dogs.

27 responses to “American Bandogge Mastiff”

  1. Sekou Carson says:

    Could a male and female Amer.staff produce good temperament offspring? Have predom.black female white lil on chest and white sox. If good mix need predom.black Bandogge stud, how much?

  2. Andrew Gonzales says:

    I want to buy one of your dogs

  3. Hubert stepney says:

    How much money for a. Bandogge american Bull dog/mastiff mix puppy.

  4. Seren Pekola says:

    How much are you asking for the pup?

  5. Neilley says:

    Male 8 week pup merle
    Tail docked and utd on shots and vet records provided
    Mom pit cane corso
    Dad boerboel neo mastiff
    Mom is merle

  6. Eric W Nickelson says:

    Im looking to add a pup to our family of 2 teenagers and an aging Johnson American Bulldog. Ill need pics of pup & parents. Please include breed mix, location, price and any other aplicable info. Eric_nickelson@yahoo.com

    • Crystal Anthony says:

      I have some American bandogge Mastiff puppies, 620 842 2775

    • Crystal Anthony says:

      Registered English Mastiff/American bulldog pups, 2 females, 1 male, these will be some big muscular dogs, picture of Mom,dad, grandparent, located in Anthony ks, 620 842 2775, born June 15, 8 wks on September 8, will be vet checked and utd on shots/deworm, male pup last 2 pics, $500

  7. k7d80 says:

    Bandogge Mastiff Pups Mobile Al

    k7d80@yahoo.com

  8. jennifer oakley says:

    Hi. Im looking for an english mastiff american bulldog tan male

  9. baudin says:

    The American bandog is not a race but just one of the lines of mastiff just like the yorkshire bandog, German bandog etc …….. the only thing to see and that they have names that please and the Most of the time the bandogs have the form of bull terrier and these are bull terriers

  10. lee hooks says:

    I’m in Cincinnati ohio

    • Kristopher says:

      There is one available for adoption in the Cincinnati/ Northern Ky area, I have one from the litter, the mom is American Bull dog don’t know what dad was but the more I look into it I think dad was a Blue Neapolitan Mastiff.

  11. lee hooks says:

    looking 4 a bandogge

  12. lee hooks says:

    I’m trying to buy a bandogge male puppy

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