Loyal, protective, and affectionate. Three reasons why this breed may be perfect for you.
Affectionately nicknamed DDB, this large breed is known for its distinctive large head and forehead wrinkles. They are available in a range of colours, with the British Kennel Club recognises 8 breed standard colours. Including:
- fawn,
- mahogany,
- red and white,
- and tan.
If you enjoy keeping your home spick and span, then this may not be the breed for you. They are known to drool and even shed. So, your hoover will get a workout during moulting season.
Apart from some shedding, their short smooth fur is fairly low maintenance. It needs regular brushing with occasional full grooming.
Did you know?
The Dogue de Bordeaux breed has experienced some fame. A DDB actually appeared alongside Tom Hanks in the 1989 film ‘Turner and Hooch’.
So, how big is the Dogue de Bordeaux?
The British Kennel Club states that their size can range from 58 – 68cms in height. They’re usually at least 45kg in weight. So, will do better in large houses with plenty of space to run around outside.
Although, their adaptability means that they may take to living in flats as long as they receive plenty of exercise.
The origins of the DDB breed
There are records to show that this breed originated in the French region Bordeaux over 600 years ago as a guard dog for farms and vineyards. They have since enjoyed a working career in hunting, haulage and even as therapy dogs.
They were first recorded in the UK in 1897 where they appeared in the Kennel Club Gazette. They experienced a burst of popularity until ear cropping was banned. It wasn’t until the late 1900s that they were seen again in Britain.
Temperament of the Dogue de Bordeaux breed
They are natural watchdogs. They form very strong bonds with their families and naturally become very protective of them. Known for being affectionate, this breed will happily show you plenty of love.
Did you know?
The Dogue de Bordeaux breed can actually get along with cats fairly well. As long as their brought up with them and socialised well.
Due to their intelligence, you will need to keep your dog happy with plenty of mental stimulation. A bored DDB can get up to all sorts of trouble. Although, entertained or not, they will enjoy barking. 
Please note that there will always be variations of temperaments, they will usually pick up some from their parents.
A large garden is suits this breed to ensure there’s plenty of things for them to do. You should always be careful of your DDB dog when outside, they can overheat easily.
Tips to keep your puppy safe in the sun.
Training your DDB
Although they’re usually quite eager to please, they can also be quite stubborn. To ensure that this dog is manageable they need thorough training and socialisation. Once trained, they tend to do really well in dog sports such as obedience trails.
Read more about positive puppy training.
This breed is usually recommended for experienced or confident pet owners as they can be a handful to train. If it’s your first time owning a pet, or if you’re a bit nervous, click here to read 7 best breeds for first time owners.
Overall, this breed is a great and loyal pet. They’ll pay back your time and effort with plenty of affectionate.
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