Other Names
None

Origin
Germany, 1800's

Use
Guard Dog , Police Dog, Companian animal

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 10-12 years of age

Weight & Height
90 to 115 pounds & 23 to 27 inches tall

Known Health Problems
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia, Kidney Problems, Neurological Disorders

Physical Description
large, powerful, muscular and deep chested dog. It has a broad head, short, broad muzzle and short drop ears. The eyes are dark and almond-shaped and the nose is black. The tail is docked short.

Temperament
This intelligent breed is fairly easy to obedience train and is very loyal to its master. how ever this breed has a natural guarding instinct and should be obedience trained early on. They may be troublesome with other dogs and animals if not properly trained.

Living Conditions
This breed will do ok in an apartment if suffienctly exercised daily

Grooming
Minumum grooming needed

Exercise
This breeds need vigorous daily exercise

Coat Coat Texture
The coat is short and smooth

Coat Colors
Black & Tan

Puppies
4-12 pups per litter

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
, United Kennel Club