Longevity
Life expectancy
Its life expectancy is generally between 8 and 10 years.
Build
A robust breed?
His general health is rather robust. His large size and his greediness nevertheless require regular monitoring in order to preserve his joints and avoid being overweight.
Watch points
What to watch for
Particular attention must be paid to the joints, weight, eyes and the risk of stomach dilatation.
Hip dysplasia : As with most large dogs, this joint disorder is a risk to watch for.
Eye problems : The eyes should be checked and cleaned regularly with saline solution.
Overweight : His greediness requires carefully monitoring his ration and weight.
Stomach dilation : The daily ration should be divided into two meals to reduce this digestive risk.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
Its short, harsh coat offers it protection against bad weather. Its tolerance to cold is average and its tolerance to heat more limited, which requires moderating activity when temperatures are high.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Very greedy, the Bullmastiff can gain weight if its ration is not controlled. A measured diet and moderate daily activity help it maintain an appropriate weight without overloading its joints.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Have the hips checked regularly by a veterinarian.
- Clean the eyes regularly with saline solution.
- Maintain moderate activity to preserve the joints.
- Monitor the ration to avoid overweight.
Vaccination
Bullmastiff vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Bullmastiff? Like all cats, the Bullmastiff receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: Typhus (panleukopenia) and Coryza. The kitten primary vaccination for Bullmastiff is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year, even if it lives in an apartment. Depending on its lifestyle (outdoor access, multi-cat household, shows, travel), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Feline leukemia (FeLV), Rabies and Chlamydiosis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Typhus (panleukopenia)Core Feline panleukopenia (cat parvovirus) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
CoryzaCore Feline herpesvirus and calicivirus | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
Feline leukemia (FeLV)Lifestyle-based Feline leukemia virus | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Outdoor cats, cats living in a group or in a cattery |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, cat shows and most boarding kennels |
ChlamydiosisLifestyle-based Chlamydia felis (contagious conjunctivitis) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Cats living in groups, catteries, show cats |
Adult Bullmastiff vaccine boosters are annual for cat flu and leukemia if it goes outdoors; for panleukopenia, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your cat’s lifestyle.
Which boosters for your Bullmastiff?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Bullmastiff
Regular veterinary monitoring should focus in particular on the hips, weight and eyes. The eyes should be examined and cleaned regularly with saline solution.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
