Also known as the French mastiff, the DDB is an imposing guardian and staunch companion with an unforgettable head.
Vital Stats
Height: 23 to 27 inches at shoulder
Weight: 100 pounds and up
Coat: short and fine
Life span: 8 to 12 years
Summary
This breed’s most famous member co-starred with Tom Hanks in the 1989 movie, “Turner and Hooch.”
Loyal, self-assured, and territorial, the Dogue de Bordeaux requires lots of training and socialization. Full Dogue de Bordeaux profile on DogTime.com
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| Ease at being home alone: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Intelligence: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Need for exercise: |  (2.0 / 5) |
| Amount of shedding: | (2.0 / 5) |
| Apartment appropriate: | (2.0 / 5) |
| Tendency to bark or howl: | (2.0 / 5) |
| Vigor: | (2.0 / 5) |
| Wanderlust: |  (1.0 / 5) |
| Dog friendly: | (1.0 / 5) |
| Easy to groom: | (1.0 / 5) |
| Good for new owners: | (1.0 / 5) |
| Average: |  (2.1 / 5) |
