The Bullmastiff: Peerless Protector

by Geraldine M. Roach

Book Overview

This all-new book for everyone with an interest in this guard-dog breed is invaluable as a source of guidance and enjoyable study. Topics covered include history and development, living with a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 087605081X
• ISBN13: 9780876050811
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Howell Books
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.8" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

Authors' actions speak louder than words

I, like the reader's review before me, grew up in the dog show world with sporting breeds being my family's breed of choice. As I became an adult, able to decide on a breed of my own to raise and show, I developed an avid interest in the Bullmastiffs. Through local channels, I was put in contact with the authors of this book who ultimately sold me the best dog I have ever had the pleasure of owning -- my Bullmastiff (who is six years old now). These authors have done all Bullmastiff fanciers a favor by putting their decades of knowledge about the breed in this book. It covers all aspects of the breed and answers many questions for both novice and expert fanciers. Having witnessed first-hand the lineage of their breeding program, I can attest to the fact that they practice what they preach. This book has become my "Bullmastiff Bible" throughout my endeavor to build upon a kennel of my own. Highly recommended reading for anyone considering the addition of a Bullmastiff to their family setting.

Incredible Book - Incredible Authors!

This book was one of the first ones about this breed that I purchased to do my research. My family has more than 20 years of experience in the world of dogs (showing, breeding, raising and training) but this breed was a new one for me -- and the book was very informative (in my opinion, a "must have" for any prospective Bullmastiff owner). After doing the research, I located the authors and purchased a dog from them. The authors were very personable and their knowledge of breeding for the 'betterment' of the breed is evidenced in their bloodline. I will be purchasing several copies of this book to give out to others down the road who may become part of my own breeding program in the years to come.

If you only buy one book...

...this is the one to buy. As a first time Bullmastiff owner, I bought multiple books on the breed. This book gives a great historical review of the breed, what to expect, advice on care, training and breeding. It also includes show winners, pedigrees and notable kennels; therefore a great resource for anyone that is going to be involved with the breed. This book is thorough and detailed, and out of all the books I have read on Bullmastiffs, the best and most accurate one based on the day to day life with my Bullmastiff.

A great source

This book is an excellent source of information on the bullmastiff. Through this book did I fall in love with the breed. It has valuable information on what to look for in a breeder as well as the health concerns for the breed. As a first time owner of a bullmastiff, this book allowed me to become more familiar with the background of the breed. There is more information on showing a bullmastiff then I wanted, but this book was especially helpful.

Excellent book for the novice and veteran bullmastiff owner

As a lover and owner of the bullmastiff breed for over 15 years, this book was especially good. I found myself learning more about the breed and smiling at the personal stories about the breed througout the book. Once you own a bullmastiff there is no substitution for the breed and this book reflects the authors love of the breed. This book is excellent for both the novice and veteran bullmastiff owner. I highly recommend it.