From the Celtic Mountain · since 1995
Mastiff Guide Knowledge from experience.
The English Mastiff is a remarkable breed in many ways. In our guide, we share knowledge and experience about development, care, health and everyday life with these extraordinary dogs.
Sharing experience clearly
Guidance rather than one-size-fits-all answers.
Mastiffs develop individually. Age, build, temperament, living environment and health all play a role, as does the situation itself. For many questions, there is simply no single answer that applies equally to every dog.
In our guide, we do not only want to describe what we do, but also explain why we approach certain things the way we do. Our articles are shaped by many years with our own Mastiffs, by breeding and raising puppies, and by everyday life together.
We see these articles as guidance based on experience. Their purpose is to make important connections easier to understand and to encourage people to look at their own Mastiff as an individual personality.
Knowledge from experience
Guides & advice for life with an English Mastiff.
Latest from Celtic Mountain
How Intelligent Is an English Mastiff? Understanding Their Stubborn Side
Are English Mastiffs intelligent or simply stubborn? Ingo regularly reminds us that understanding a command and obeying it are two different things. Discover how Mastiffs think, learn and develop their wonderfully independent personalities.
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Mastiff and Small Dogs – Our Everyday Life with Holly and Bärbel
Can a Mastiff live with a small dog? Michelle shares our everyday experience with Holly and Bärbel and explains why character, consideration and a calm introduction matter more than size alone.
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How to Feed a Mastiff Puppy – Food, Growth and the Right Amount
How much food does a Mastiff puppy need, and which food is suitable for healthy growth? We explain feeding amounts, protein, calcium, meals and the transition to adult food from our experience with English Mastiffs.
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Bringing Home a Mastiff Puppy – The First Days in a New Home
An English Mastiff puppy moves into their new home – and suddenly everything is different. Michelle explains what really matters during those first few days: calmness, closeness, clear rules and enough time to settle in.
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From the Whelping Room to Family Life – How We Prepare Our Mastiff Puppies for Their Future Homes
From their first days with their mother to everyday experiences with people and adult dogs, discover how we prepare our English Mastiff puppies for family life.
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Is a Mastiff Suitable for a First-Time Owner? What Really Matters – Insights from Over 30 Years of Experience
Can a Mastiff be a suitable first dog? Drawing on more than 30 years of experience, we explain why trust, patience and clear guidance matter more than previous dog ownership.
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Dog Blood Donation – When a Mastiff Can Save a Life
Dogs can donate blood too – and in an emergency, a single donation can make all the difference. Holly, Miss Marple, Greta and Magnus have all donated blood. We share our personal experience with dog blood donation, explain how it works and why large, healthy dogs such as the English Mastiff can be particularly valuable donors.
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The English Mastiff – A Breed Profile Based on Over 30 Years of Experience
Discover the English Mastiff through more than 30 years of personal experience – from temperament, size and breed history to care, family life, movement and what truly makes this remarkable breed so special.
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Mastiff Puppy and Exercise – How Much Is Healthy?
How much exercise does a Mastiff puppy need – and when is it too much? We explain why natural movement, short adventures and paying close attention to your puppy matter more than rigid rules about minutes or distance.
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Mastiff Puppy Growth – How a Young English Mastiff Develops Healthily
How does an English Mastiff puppy develop into a healthy adult dog? We look at growth stages, nutrition, exercise, rest and why slow, balanced development matters.
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Experience cannot replace a conversation – but it is a good place to start.
Are you learning more about the English Mastiff, do you have a question about our dogs, or would you like to know more about our experience with the breed? We would be delighted to hear from you.
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