Spanish Mastiff

Coat

Solid: Black (35) Cream (45) Red (55) Orange (65) Tan (105)
Tan: with in the traditional pattern.
Grizzle: Grey or Red grizzle (regular).
Sable: Red sable with only tipped shading in clear, minimal, or classic pattern.
Brindle: Cream (45) Red (55) Orange (65) Brown (95) Tan (105) with Black (35) striping.
Masking: All of the above colours may be masked with (extended, small, or standard mask).
May have toes on dogz with extended masking.
Urajiro: Allowed on all of the above.
White Markings: White (15) allowed on all of the above as trim, irish spotting, or in the piebald pattern.

Eyes

Brown (60-69/50-59/90-99)

Nose

Black (35-39/244)

Faults

None

Disqualifications

None

Notes

The Spanish Mastiff, or Mastin Espanol, as it's called back home in Spain, like many other breeds, has a past consisting of few documented facts, and many theories. Large mastiff-like watch and cattle dogs have been around for a very long period, known in Spain even over 1500 years ago. Over time, these mastiffs spread over the peninsula, developing into among others the Spanish Mastiff. The breed is sometimes known as Extremadura or La Mancha, kept mainly as a cattle guarder. The breeders looked for dogs that would not hesitate for one second whether to attack a wild wolf or not. Since the 1900s, the breed has periodically been very popular in Spanish shows, but the standard was not written until 1946.

The Spanish Mastiff should appear large, compact and majestic. It should have a powerful, rectangular bodyshape, with a topline that is more or less straight. The legs are thick with compact paws. The head should have a slightly rounded forehead, with long muzzle and deep lips. Despite its size, the spanish mastiff should move gracefully. It is strong, brave and an excellent watch dog.

Breed Files

Spanish Mastiff - Supernova — Supernova
**Filename:** Spanish Mastiff
**Offset:** 0093
**Base:** Great Dane
**SCP:** Dalmatian
**Accepted:** January 2, 2014
**Notes:** Addballz tail (four variations) and wrinkles. Optional nails. Topline/underline/ear/wrinkle/dewlap variations.

Spanish Mastiff - Java — Java
**Filename:** CS Spanish Mastiff
**Offset:** 7ED5
**Base:** Great Dane
**SCP:** Great Dane
**Accepted:** December 30, 2005
**Notes:** Includes two topline variations, three body heaviness variations, optional addball dewlap and wrinkle on back. Addball tail and angled legs - might be unsuitable for obedience.