Alentejo Mastiff Puppies For Sale

The Alentejo Mastiff is a confident, independent thinker that can be a challenge to own. They were bred as watchdogs for people and livestock, but are more protective than aggressive. Alentejo Mastiffs adore their families and always want love and attention. Full-grown, they typically weigh 100-132 pounds and stand 25-28 inches tall.

Alentejo Mastiffs are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. Alentejo Mastiffs are very loving with children and will get along with most other animals that they are raised around. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

If you’ve got livestock you want to protect, the Alentejo Mastiff will be happy to take the job. They are natural protectors and take pride in the work they were bred to do. If you don’t have an everyday job for them, a daily walk or jog will be prove sufficient. Overall, their exercise needs are low.

The Coat of an Alentejo Mastiff sheds twice a year, but otherwise does not require a lot of attention. A weekly or bi-weekly brushing during seasons when they are not shedding will be perfect. During their shedding season, you will want to brush their coat more often to prevent hair from piling up around your home. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Alentejo Mastiffs are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. Alentejo Mastiffs are happiest living in a home where they have a large, securely fenced-in yard to play in. The fence will keep them from running off and/or intimidating any strangers that walk past your yard. They are can be stubborn and challenging to train.