The Neapolitan Mastiff has been a protector in southern Italy since Roman times. He is a descendant of the ancient Molossus that were brought to Rome to fight in the arenas.
Neapolitan Mastiff is captivating and commanding.
He is massive and strong, and has nostrils that flare and a broad flat skull with wrinkles and folds.

The Neapolitan Mastiff is unsurpassed as defender of home and property. However, he is never aggressive or tenacious with people. He is docile and even tempered making him a great companion. He is not the ideal dog for a condo or mini-apartment complex. He needs room to run and he is quite the messy eater.

Height - 23 to 30 inches (59 to 76 cm). Weight - 110 to 154 pounds (50 to 70 kg).

Coat type - dense, with a coarse texture. Colors - permitted are colors black, blue, gray, mahogany, and brindle.

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