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Mastiff Breed
F.A.Q.
From The
Mastiff Club Of America Website...
A few VERY Frequently
Asked Questions:
- What is Mastiff?
A Mastiff is a giant breed of dog, descended from the
ancient Alaunt and Molosser. The general term
'mastiff' is used to refer to many different breeds
around the world, probably all descended from the same
root stock. The proper noun 'Mastiff', however, is
used to refer to a specific breed of mastiff, the
breed that originated in England over 2,000 years ago.
Mastiffs (also frequently referred to as English
Mastiffs, or incorrectly, as Old English Mastiffs
(OEM's)) are generally very large dogs; fawn, apricot
or brindle in color; all with a black mask and ears;
possessing a medium to short coat with very little
white.
Breeds such as the Bullmastiff, Dogue de Bordeaux,
Fila Brasileiro, Mastin Del Pirineo, Mastin Espanol,
Neapolitan Mastiff, Tibetan Mastiff, and many others
fall into the larger category "Molosser", but they are
not 'Mastiffs'. Each is a separate and distinct
breed. The MCOA does not have anything to do with,
nor does it have any information about, these other
breeds.
- What is the MCOA?
The Mastiff Club Of America, Inc., was incorporated in
1929 to protect and promote the Mastiff. The MCOA is a
member of the American Kennel Club and is the AKC's
parent breed club for the Mastiff (English). There are
currently about 800 regular and associate members. Our
objectives, as stated in our Constitution, are:
- to encourage and promote the selective breeding of quality purebred
Mastiffs and to do all possible to bring their
natural qualities to fit the standard;
- to encourage the organization of independent
local Mastiff Specialty Clubs in those localities
where there are sufficient fanciers of the breed to
meet the requirements of the American Kennel Club;
- to urge members and breeders to accept the
standard of the breed as approved by the American
Kennel Club as the only standard of excellence by
which Mastiffs shall be judged;
- to do all in its power to protect and advance
the interests of the breed and to encourage
sportsmanlike competition at dog shows and obedience
trials;
- to provide for the welfare of the breed through
a program of Mastiff Rescue and continuing
education;
- to conduct sanctioned matches, obedience trials
and specialty shows under the rules of the American
Kennel Club.
- Where can I get more
information about Mastiffs?
- The MCOA publishes a quarterly Journal. For
subscription information and back issue ordering,
press this button:
which is also found at the top of every MCOA web
page.
- This website is a good start, particularly our
(Frequently Asked Questions). It contains over
fifty commonly asked questions about Mastiffs (and
the answers) including:
Also take advantage of the buttons in the sidebar of
the FAQ section of the MCOA web site:
- How do I join the MCOA?
Membership in the MCOA is open to all reputable
persons eighteen years or older, who are in good
standing with the American Kennel Club, and who
subscribe to the MCOA's Constitution, By-laws and
Code of
Ethics. Applicants must be sponsored by two MCOA
members who have been members in good standing for at
least three years. An applicant will be an associate
member (without voting or office holding privileges)
for a period of one year. Dues are currently $35.00
per year. For
more
information and/or an
application
form, contact:
MCOA Membership Secretary - email:
membership-secretary@mastiff.org
- How do I find sponsors?
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