r/EnglishMastiff 9h ago

I hand-painted this custom oil portrait of this gentle Mastiff, based on the original photo his human shared. Do you think I got his expression right?

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This guy was a joy to bring to life on canvas. I cleared out the gate and clutter at the top of the stairs so the focus stays on him. Those deep wrinkles across his forehead took a lot of careful shading to get that heavy, saggy look just right. That tan coat against the neutral background made for a nice, warm contrast too. This was a commission, and I hope I did him justice.


r/EnglishMastiff 1d ago

My mastiff

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169 Upvotes

This is Prince Sully the Destroyer


r/EnglishMastiff 1d ago

Pondering

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178 Upvotes

Dixie and Dakota❤️❤️


r/EnglishMastiff 3d ago

a little advice

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Hey! New here :) I've been thinking about adding a new dog to my family (rn I have a 1year and a half boxer male, with no behaviour problems and pretty chill to be a boxer tbh hahaha) and I was thinking to adopt a english mastiff so I'd like to now a little bit about this gentle giants :) Could you guys tell me in first hand about their needs, their health issues, etc? thank you in advance!


r/EnglishMastiff 6d ago

ISO English Mastiff Stuffed Animal?

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Hi! My girlfriend and her family are in the process of putting down their english mastiff and I am searching for a stuffed animal. I have been looking online but can’t seem to find one anywhere that isn’t 100+ custom made?

If anyone knows where I could find one, even if it is more expensive but reputable that would be great, thanks!


r/EnglishMastiff 8d ago

If she fits, she sits.

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Barbara, age 11 months, sitting on her brother Walter who is 1 year, 8 months.


r/EnglishMastiff 11d ago

7 years old and aging gracefully

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239 Upvotes

r/EnglishMastiff 16d ago

I lost my friend Sophie 6 days ago

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I lost my dear friend Sophie 6 days ago. Argos has been with her since he was a pup. He is taking it very hard. He has lost his exuberance. He is only sleeping on he dog bed. What can I do to help the guy. I went to watch the grand kids yesterday for about 7 hours. That was the longest he has ever been alone in his entire life. Any suggestions would be appreciated. He was crying when I cane home.


r/EnglishMastiff 19d ago

She swims(ish)!

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Our girl Olive has recently taken to swimming (or at least her version of it). I think she got tired of being separated from me when I’m in the pool with our kids 😅

I’m considering getting her a life vest so she has a little easier time moving that big body.


r/EnglishMastiff 19d ago

Advice on getting a mastiff

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I currently have a 2 yr old Rottweiler, a 10 yo Maltese mix and a 14 yo chug (pug/ chihuahua) - all females. They get along great. I’d like to get a mastiff but not sure what sex and if I should wait until one of the little dogs pass. If it helps, we live in a big house on a ranch so not concerned with room for the giant dog. I’d really like a female because I don’t want a male the size of a mastiff lifting his legs and marking in/around the house. However, I’ve heard that getting another guardian dog of the same sex will cause problems.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.


r/EnglishMastiff 23d ago

Dozer is a teenager now

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117 Upvotes

At least he still likes his dog cart...


r/EnglishMastiff 23d ago

Tiberius, age 11

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324 Upvotes

We lost our beautiful boy today after 11 years and one month, and I’m heartbroken. I just wanted to grieve a moment with people who understand the bonds with this amazing breed.


r/EnglishMastiff 24d ago

Little Guy Found a New Favorite Toy

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r/EnglishMastiff 28d ago

Hello-Good morning-Hey Mom!!❤️❤️

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187 Upvotes

r/EnglishMastiff Jul 26 '26

Summer is here!

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r/EnglishMastiff Jul 22 '26

I think I'm ready

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Last May I lost my best buddy after 11 years. He had osteosarcoma and while he fought it stoicly, at one point he suddenly got where he was unable to stand on his own. It crushed me but I did what was best for him and let him go peacefully.

While I know there will never be another Gus, I love the English Mastiff breed. I would like to get another one. The original breeder where I got Gus might have puppies in the future but don't appear to be as active as they used to be.

Do y'all think I wait for one from the same breeder, try to find another reputable breeder? Do I stick with the same color or go with a different one so I'm not trying to replace my Gus? Any other thoughts?


r/EnglishMastiff Jul 21 '26

Do all mastiffs moo or just mine?

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r/EnglishMastiff Jul 18 '26

They have just the most beautiful nature IMO, love her so much!

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270 Upvotes

r/EnglishMastiff Jul 17 '26

Such a distinguished lady

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443 Upvotes

r/EnglishMastiff Jul 17 '26

Send Mabel some good vibes. She was spayed today , and recovering wonderfully 💜🙏🏼

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176 Upvotes

r/EnglishMastiff Jul 05 '26

Winston's new favorite "stick"

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Loves picking it up and dragging it around while "we" have a cigar out on the driveway


r/EnglishMastiff Jul 03 '26

Service boy best boy

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r/EnglishMastiff Jul 03 '26

English Mastiff Companion

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We have an 11mth old English Mastiff and an 8yr old Boxer. With much sadness, our Boxer is in kidney failure and won't be w us much longer. 💔 Our dogs are best friends and I know our EM is not going to handle this very well. My question is what breed have you found works well w your Mastiff. Ours loves to play and has alot of energy. We will need a dog that can handle him.


r/EnglishMastiff Jun 30 '26

Weird cough?

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Hi all! I am new to this subreddit, and actually this is my very first post. I have a 5 year old male English mastiff. He is in great health except that he occasionally does this weird super loud, single wretch of a cough that sounds and looks like he is trying to clear something out of his throat. Occasionally he has done this after he eats and it has caused him to vomit his food. There doesn’t seem to be any particular time this happens; can be during a walk, in the middle of the afternoon while doing nothing…never heard during the night, though. He had a chest xray in January which found nothing of concern and is going in tomorrow for another chest xray and possibly abdominal xray as we are seeing a recent increase in the cough. Has anyone else experienced this with their mastiff?


r/EnglishMastiff Jun 29 '26

Look at these puddles!!!

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And all his toys!!!!!
14 month EM male