Description

Neapolitan Mastiff

The Neapolitan Mastiff, or Mastino Napoletano (Molossian), originated in and around Naples, Italy. It is physically impressive, foreboding and massive. The breed today resembles (and dates back to) the Roman Molossian of ancient times. These Molossians were used in battle and as guardians of the home. In the not-so-distant past he was commonly a guard dog in the crime-driven Naples, and even in modern Italy today, many people are fearful of the Mastino, as he is referred to in Italy.

His appearance is unlike any other breed. A heavily built, massive dog that easily weigh 70-90kg. The bones are huge, often like tree trunks on the end of the body. His paws are wide and very cat-like in structure. His broad head is imposing, his large lips hang past his muzzle and his eyes are slightly shielded by heavy wrinkling. The Neapolitan Mastiff is not a "normal" dog in either appearance or behaviour.

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