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Modern Molosser

A celebration of those imposing, dignified and majestic dogs know as the Molossers. Brought to you by www.ModernMolosser.com.
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In the face of European legislation against snub-nosed breeds, a prominent judge and fancier reminds that the Bullmastiff is not brachycephalic. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
Molosser breeders and exhibitors – particularly those with Bullmastiffs and Mastiffs – agree that brindles face an unfairly uphill battle with judges.  Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
An authoritative piece on Bullmastiff type by breeder-judge Helene Nietsch.  Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com

Bullmastiff

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A Czech researcher says striped Cane Corsos have increased longevity, regardless of color. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
In a candid interview, Italian breeder Vito Indiveri discusses the expression, elegance, power, agility and strong, balanced  character that define the Cane Corso. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
Stumped by "slightly convergent upper longitudinal axes"? Specialist judge Massimo Inzoli demystifies the skull and muzzle planes in the Cane Corso. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Cane Corso

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In this brilliant essay, Molosser expert Bas Bosch explains how wrinkling can be a bellwether for hypertype in the Molosser breeds. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
Hooch, an abused Dogue de Bordeaux rescued by Zach Skow, works with recovering addicts, the homeless and autistic kids. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
A seasoned Dogue de Bordeaux breeder contemplates the tricky task of puppy selection. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Dogue de Bordeaux

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Molosser breeders and exhibitors – particularly those with Bullmastiffs and Mastiffs – agree that brindles face an unfairly uphill battle with judges.  Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
Bas Bosch challenges assumptions about Mastiff size. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
In this brilliant essay, Molosser expert Bas Bosch explains how wrinkling can be a bellwether for hypertype in the Molosser breeds. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Mastiff

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The Neapolitan Mastiff of a half-century ago is almost unrecognizable today, says Nicola Imbimbo. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
Sighthound enthusiast Rhoda Winter Russell explains her unlikely love affair with the Neapolitan Mastiff. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
A fascinating visual look at the maturation process in the Neapolitan Mastiff. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Neapolitan Mastiff

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Some Dogo Argentino owners prefer to amplify the "macho" elements of their breed, rather than its steadfastness and loyalty. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
Dogo Argentino breeder and hunter Kassi McLaughlin describes the ideal - and often misunderstood - Dogo Argentino temperament. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
The Dogo Argentino emerged from the ashes of a native fighting dog to become a world-class hunter of big game. Modern Molosser  | www.modernmolosser.com

Dogo Argentino

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One way to think of the Boerboel is the middle ground between the Bullmastiff and Dogue de Bordeaux. Modern Molosser  | www.modernmolosser.com
Can you get your South African-bred Boerboel registered with the American Kennel Club? It depends on what's in that pedigree.  Modern Molosser  | www.modernmolosser.com
Because they are perceived as different and desirable, black Boerboel puppies can fetch a premium from buyers. But this "exotic" color has thrust the breed into turmoil. Modern Molosser  | www.modernmolosser.com

Boerboel

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Breeder-judge Richard Eichhorn gives a mentoring session on the nuances of Tibetan Mastiff head type. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
Abandoned Tibetan Mastiffs compete with snow leopards on the Tibetan Plateau. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
In this excerpt from his book, Don Messerschmidt navigates the challenging Himalayan terrain -- not to mention the occasional guerilla fighter -- to meet a group of legendary Tibetan Mastiffs. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Tibetan Mastiff

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For decades, critics contend, the Fila Brasileiro has been crossed with Great Danes and Neapolitan Mastiffs, in effect ruining the breed. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
Did Sherlock Holmes hunt a Fila Brasileiro instead of a Hound? Elementary, my dear Watson. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Fila Brasileiro

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Enrico Drudi of Tisama Tosa Ken kennel in San Marino shares three decades of experience with the Tosa Inu, Japan's answer to the mastiff. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
Tosa Inu fan Larry Herman shares his search for the perfect puppy. Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
The Gampr originated in the highlands of Armenia, with thousands of years of breeding resulting in a land race with a few different styles of dogs.  Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Rare Molossers

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Back for a third year, the "Little Kids and Their Bog Dogs" calendar! Featuring the Leonberger, Great Dane (both black and Harlequin), Mastiff, Ca de Bou, Saint Bernard/St. Bernard, Newfoundland, Labrador Retriever, Irish Wolfhound, Doberman Pinscher, Gordon Setter, Greyhound and Ibiz.an Hound
When Modern Molosser sent out a call for our “Got Ink?” contest, we were inundated with a dazzling array of body art. Check out these tats! Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
Does the world need another Molosser breed? The creator of the "American Molossus" thinks so. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

News

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Have the ears gone wonky on your Bullmastiff or Dogo puppy? Help is on the way! Modern Molosser | www.modernmolosser.com
A veterinarian shares the pros and cons — but mostly pros — of naturally reared and raw-fed Molossers. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com
What you need to know before your Molosser undergoes anesthesia. Modern Molosser  |  www.modernmolosser.com

Advice

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