how do i make sure my bullmastiff is happy what are the best things i can do for the 7mnth old pup?

Answer 1

keep Ur pup lean: bullmastiffs are prone to bone-development and joint problems, that are easily made much worse by early weight-gain.

Ur pup won't be skeletally mature till they are 3: their head will continue to grow past their 2nd B-day, tho their pelvis will calcify by 2 yrs.

they won't =mentally= mature till they are 3, too: but U need to start training EARLy, often!! and positively... there's no point in yelling, whacking or yanking on a dog who will grow to pony-size, who will RESENT every memory of Ur injustice.

bullmastiffs are a guarding breed: like all guards, they can protect U from danger... Or they can protect themSelves From U. it's Ur choice.

U want to be on the same side of the fence, with Ur dog as ally; not 'enemy'. find a good local trainer who will teach U to train Ur dog positively, teaching the dog what U want them to do, rather than reacting to all the bad behavior that an untrained, untaught pup/dog can engage in.

BULLMASTIFFS CAN BE BULLIES!! with other dogs: keep their social skills up! don't let them molest other dogs, or jump on them, mount them, mouth their ears, hoard all the toys, threaten over treats, steal food, etc.


watch out for resource guarding, and specifically train Ur dog to tolerate people around their food, toys, bones, treats, beds, etc.

teach Ur pup to give up anything willingly: offer a fantastic treat in place of the toy/whatever in their mouth. praise them and reward when they drop the object, and keep practicing as they grow up.

NILIF is a good option for bullmastiffs, to prevent problem behaviors in the adult dog: Nothing In Life Is Free. Google the term for further instructions: it's basically 'give the human something, to get what U want or need'.

SOCIALIZE !! Ur bullmastiff: they have a naturally suspicious streak abt strangers. Introduce them to ppl who are tall, short, limp, lisp, use canes, wear hats, smoke, eat foods different from Urs, talk other languages, are other colors, are loud, twitch, move fast, etc, etc. THEY NEED TO KNOW WHAT NORMAL IS... and that's a very broad spectrum! U don't want Ur bullmastiff to decide that ppl who wear sunglasses and ballcaps are dangerous, or that a golfer practicing putts is a threat.

bullmastiffs are wonderful dogs, but their size, power, stubborn streak and tendency to take over are challenges. be sure that U take responsibility to TRAIN and are pro-active, preventing problems rather than fixing them after they grow to dangerous dimensions - love Ur bully!

Answer 2

Basic Training of the Puppy - Read here https://tr.im/4p1q5

The new puppy is certainly one of the most adorable and cuddly creatures that has ever been created. It is the most natural thing in the world to shower it with love and affection. However, at the same time it is important to realize that if you want to have a well trained adult dog, you need to begin the training process right away. The dog, like its related ancestor, the wolf, is a pack animal. One of the features of a pack is that it has a single dominant leader. Your new puppy is going to want that leader to be you, but if you do not assume that role from the very beginning, the puppy’s instincts will push him to become the leader.

The most important thing to remember about training the puppy during its first six months of life is that it must see you as the leader of the family pack. The essential thing is gaining the trust and the respect of the puppy from the beginning. You will not do this by allowing the puppy to do whatever it wants to do whenever it wants to do it. On the other hand, a certain amount of patience is required. Most people err in their early training by going to extremes one way or the other. Although you need to begin the basic training process at once, you can not expect your dog to do too much at first. Basic obedience training is fine and should include simple commands like sit, stay, and come. Remember that trying to teach the dog advanced obedience techniques when it is a puppy is much like trying to teach a five year old child algebra.

It is also important to restrain from cruel or abusive treatment of the puppy. You can not beat obedience into your dog, and it certainly is not going to engender feeling of respect and trust. House breaking is an area where this usually becomes a problem because of the anger that is triggered when the puppy fails and creates a mess inside the home. Although this issue must be addressed without anger, it most be addressed. If you allow the puppy to eliminate inside the house, it will continue to do so as an adult dog. The same thing is true of other destructive or dangerous behavior such as chewing and biting. Do not expect the puppy to grow out of it. You are going to need to train the puppy out of it, but you should do so firmly but with a sense of play and fun using positive reinforcement and lots of love and praise for good behavior.

Answer 3

Leashed answers is excellent!
Pay close attention to it!
Everything he said is absolutely true.
I had a bullmastiff that my son rescued, the dog was about 3 years old, and had not been properly trained or socialized .... he was a nightmare, even after two years of hard work re-training him, it was a constant battle. He was a wonderful companion, but killed cats, was dog aggressive, and could quickly take a dislike to some people.

So ... listen to what leashed said, and start the training NOW! Do that, and you will have the most wonderful, loyal, protecting friend you could ever want!

Answer 4

I am a dog trainer and my dogs are all obedience champions so if you need any advise feel to email me - [e-mail]

Getting a pup into a training class is a great idea they love it. mastiffs love the water so taking her/him to the beach is a good idea. I know that walking a mastiff at that age is hard as they are so big boned and it can damage them but short easy walks a few times a day are fine. dogs love to learn teach him/her a trick or two. lots of cuddles and NEVER HIT and he/he will be one happy dog

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Answer 6

give it lots and lots of attention and spend all the time with it that you can and that will be exellent

Answer 7

give him plenty of walks, training and love
and he'll give you love and loyalty back