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Common Bullmastiff
Health & Genetic Defects

Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia

Thyroid Dysfunction

Eye Disorders

Kidney Disease

Bloat

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Cruciate Ligament Ruptures

You should always consult a Licensed Veterinarian first for medical and health issues.  Only a Licensed Veterinarian will be able to properly diagnose and treat your Bullmastiff.

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Brindle Bullmastiffs
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Emergency Care
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Before You Buy
That Bullmastiff Puppy
Questions to ask a Bullmastiff Breeder

You should always consult a Licensed Veterinarian first for medical and health issues.  Only a Licensed Veterinarian will be able to properly diagnose and treat your Bullmastiff.

What is Bloat:

Treatment - What are the Options?

Symptoms that your Bullmastiff may be suffering from bloat:

  • swollen stomach
  • tries to vomit, but cannot - gagging
  • increased heart rate
  • pale mucous membranes
  • becomes lethargic or excessive pacing
  • excessive salivating and panting
  • excessive stretching
  • crying

If your Bullmastiff expresses the above symptoms - don't delay - get them to the Emergency Room!   This is life threatening and a very painful death for your Bullmastiff.  Is this a congenital defect?  The latest research wants to point it that way.   And some Bullmastiff Breeders have silently questioned if "certain lines" may be more prone to bloating.  Either way, the environment is a very strong influence that can induce bloating.  Some safety cautions you should be aware of include:

  • water down your Bullmastiff's food for at least 30 minutes before feeding or if you must feed dry food, withhold water for at least an hour after eating.  Bullmastiffs like to gulp up water with air after they eat, and if they have dry kibble sitting in their stomachs, that just invites gas buildup.
  • do not exercise your Bullmastiff for at least 3 hours before and 3 hours after eating.   Your Bullmastiff should be calm and rested before and after every meal.
  • feed at least two - preferably three small meals a day.  A Bullmastiff with a stuffed stomach, is not a happy Bullmastiff.

 
Contributed by her owner Linda Thompson of Gemstone Bullmastiffs. "Bubbles" was bred by Anita Lewis and Jean Robinson of Leatherneck Bullmastiffs. Her official registration name is AKC CH. Leatherneck's Pink Champagne. Power The Dog of ORLOK as donated by her breeder Ghislaine Assink. Brindle Bullmastiff puppy out of "The Dog of Orlok". Born 2 April 2000, Power is out of Moraya The Dog of ORLOK and Turbo Tyson of Forest Rangers. Presley The Dog of ORLOK as donated by her breeder Ghislaine Assink. This is a beautiful representation of a brindle Bullmastiff puppy out of the kennel "The Dog of Orlok". Rescued by Mickey Mullen of Florida Bullmastiff Rescue, this is Bumper in his new home and on his new couch. Alex at 13 weeks old, contributed by Chris Lezotte and Alan Kalter of HappyLegs Bullmastiffs. Although a bit "off color" from the traditional Bullmastiff standard, these Dudley Bullmastiffs still make wonderful pets!

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