i am still hoping to rescue a young dog or puppy in may/june

[jackieb]

As most of you know i would like a english mastiff i am famiiar with this breed it would have to be a young one to adapt to my children or one excellent with children. My question is if i get a mastiff mixed with another breed would i have to be careful on that breeds temprement. I know the english mastiff is expectional with children if used to them but they are a dosile breed. Would it be best to reasearch the breed it was crossed with.

[Trinitie]

I would think it prudent to check into the second breed of a mixed dog - or at least some of the charcateristics if it's a mix of 3 or more. Some dogs may inherit the calm nature of the English Mastiff, but some my get the spunky/fiesty side of the mix too. Best to be 100% sure of both breeds around children.

[mastifflover]

Jackie B I might have a suggestion for you. Could you pm me and we can discuss it

[jackieb]

i have pm you mastiff lover thanks

[Bearsmom]

Bear is a lab/mastiff/rottie mix, and although he's really big, all 3 breeds seem to blend nicely making him into one BIG sucky dog.

I agree, research the other mix in the breed, and go from there.

[shell]

What a good idea to check out the other breed as this will give you confidence and peace of mind.