Finding Mastiff Puppies for Sale

Okay, there’s no question about it, you’re totaly hooked. It’s clear to you that the mastiff is absolutely the greatest dog that was ever bred (and quite frankly, we agree with you 100 percent!). So now you begin your search to find a purebred mastiff puppy to make your own.

Now you ask yourself "Just where do I start looking for mastiff puppies for sale?"

Of course the first place to start your search is locally. It always makes sense to find a breeder in your area if you can. But don’t limit yourself to your immediate area when it comes to adopting your new best friend. Finding the best dog for your family is always worth traveling for.

We recomend attending some dog shows along with looking through the ads in your local newspaper and internet listings. The owners who are showing their dogs may be breeders themselves or know of reputable breeders they can recomend. Go ahead, take your time. These "dog folks" love their animals and talking "mastiff." They can’t help but to show their passion and most likely will be able to guide you toward a good breeder.

You might wonder, "Why would they be so helpful?" Mainly it’s because they love dogs and obviously they especially love mastiffs. And they show mastiffs. It is in their best interest to keep the beed pure and healthy so they wouldn’t want an unscupulous or substandard breeder to be breeding inferior dogs. So you can trust these dog lovers to be honest and open about the breeders they’ve dealt with, both good and bad. While visiting with the people you meet at these shows, be sure to ask for business cards of different breeders. Follow up by calling or emailing each of the leads you have acquired, getting to know and developing a feel for each one. These conversations don’t commit you to anything.

What should you be getting from this conversation? Well, you’re getting a feel for each of the breeder’s "dog ethics" along with his or her commitment to the mastiff breed. Don’t be concerned if you’re not exactly sure what answers you’re after or even what questions you need to ask. At this point you want to trust your intuition. Believe me, if you love dogs you’ll know.

Sometimes the breeder is overly concerned about the monetary value of the dog. This could be an indicator that perhaps his commitment and appreciation of the breed isn’t where it should be. However, if the breeder goes on and on about the bloodline, or how "cute and adorable" or "incredibly intelligent" or "photogenic" his pups are. . . then you probably have found a high-quality breeder. You will also have gotten a feel of his reputation by the way he asuages any uncertainties about getting a mastiff pup.

Call as many breeders as is necessary to feel confident about your choice of breeder. You really shouldn’t take this decision lightly. Once you find one that you connect with and either has a litter available or a female that is expecting, go ahead and make an appointment with him. You definitely want to be prepared though. You can bet that he will be asking you at least as many questions as you have for him (maybe more!). That’s as good as a guarantee that he’s a conscientious beeder and dearly loves his mastiffs. In fact he may interrogate you about your knowlege of the breed (or it’ll at least seem that way!)

Here are some suggestions about how to guide the conversation to be certain of his reputation. Obviously how long he’s been a breeder is important. Ask why he has chosen this breed. Are his mastiffs house pets or intended as show dogs? Always ask about health issues that are related to the breed. All breeds have some unique health issues. You and your dog will be better off if you know what the concerns are prior to adopting. Ask what the mastiff’s most important single quality is. This one question can give you some subtle insight about his reputation and how he thinks of the breed.

Whatever you do, don’t be offended that the breeder asks you a bunch of questions or if some of them seem a little personal. He is only demonstrating that he really cares about his mastiffs and this is a good sign that you will be getting a healthy and happy dog.

As your list of possible breeders narrows, make a list of several and then prioritize each breeder by your initial findings. It’s possible others who are looking to adopt from one of the beeders you have chosen will get to choose from the litter first. In the dog breeding world, all things being equal, it’s first-come, first-serve. When you find the breeder and "mom dog" of your choice, most likely you will be placed on a waiting list for the mastiff puppies for sale. Don’t be impatient! Having to wait when you want your cute, adorable puppy NOW can be hard, but considering how long you will have this friend in your life it is certainly worth the wait. However, should you decide the wait is too long you could go with your second choice of mastiff breeders.

The day you have been waiting for is finally here and the puppies are ready to be seen. Usually the babies are eight to ten weeks old before you get to see your potential pup. At this age, personalities are obvious and it should be easy to see the differences in how they act. You will also get a glimpse of how well these little guys (relatively speaking) interact with you and your family.

Everyone that will be living with the dog should attend this viewing session. It’s positively essential right from the start that every member of your family gets to be a part of this decision.

The puppy you wind up choosing reflects precisely why you wanted a mastiff in the first place. If showing or breeding the dog is in your plans then you certainly want a mastiff puppy who physically meets all the requirements of the breed.

If your desire is a dog to be a loyal family pet, then it isn’t nearly as important that it meets the strict physical criteria of the breed. You will be looking for the most lovable and adorable pup the litter has to offer.

Having made your choice, all you have to do is pay the price, and eventually taking him home with you. Depending on how old your pup is, he may not be coming home with you on your first visit. Don’t let it get you down. After all, you’ve waited this long since seeing those first mastiff puppies for sale and that just gives you a little time to make any additional preparations for your new family member.

Have an awesome time with your new "baby"!