The English Mastiff is a self-confident, watchful, and patient dog. It is gentle-natured towards its family. It will defend its territory and family by nature. It rarely barks; it is calm and docile. This breed needs lots of companionship and it loves to please humans around it. Despite its massive size, it makes an excellent companion to children.
The Mastiff is very intelligent, responds well to gentle, patient training. It is very possessive of home, family and car; protection training is unnecessary for this naturally protective breed. It generally holds intruders at bay rather than attacking.
Some of the Mastiff's talents include: watchdogging, guarding, police work, military work, search & rescue, and weight pulling. If you are looking for a loyal and reliable friend, who is eager to please, gets along really well with your children and protects your home from intruders as well, the English Mastiff could be just right for you.