Bullmastiff Dogs Available for Adoption in Des Moines, Iowa

- Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress

- Loves going on walks and does best with a harness

- Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train (already knows sit!)

- Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs (dog intro required)

- Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for him (mature home recommended)

All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)

The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label.
Primary Color: Brown Weight: 65.5lbs Age: 2yrs 1mths 3wks Animal has been Neutered

The Bullmastiff is a powerful and intelligent breed known for their vigilant and loyal nature. Originating in England, these dogs were originally bred to act as guardians, used to track and take down poachers on estates. With a strong, muscular build, they are formidable yet gentle protectors of their families. Bullmastiffs are affectionate and devoted companions that require proper socialization and training. Their calm demeanor and undeniable bravery make them a popular choice for experienced dog owners seeking a loving and courageous pet.

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