Character & Temperament

The Dogue de Bordeaux is a lovable giant known for his loyalty, courage and loving nature. Despite their impressive size and stature, Dogue de Bordeaux are gentle giants and make excellent family dogs. They are extremely people-oriented and love being around their people. This makes them excellent companion dogs, but they must learn to stay alone to avoid developing separation anxiety. These dogs have a calm and collected temperament and are not as hyperactive as other breeds. However, they are not couch potatoes and require regular physical and mental stimulation to stay healthy and happy. Although they were not bred to be traditional guard dogs, Dogue de Bordeaux are still very alert and protective of their territory and family. Their courageous and determined nature makes them formidable protectors in situations where they believe their loved ones are threatened. At the same time, however, they are extremely kind and gentle towards the people and animals they know and love. Despite its calm temperament, a Dogue de Bordeaux can develop a strong hunting instinct when it sees its prey. It is therefore important that they learn early on not to give in to this urge. However, a well-socialized and trained Dogue de Bordeaux can certainly live with other animals, including cats.

What Awaits You

Some breeding traits are also widespread in Dogue de Bordeaux. Common problems affect the musculoskeletal system and the eyes, and they often have breathing problems and are sensitive to heat (due to the shortened nose). They also have a low life expectancy.

Housing & Care

Although Dogue de Bordeaux are large dogs, they can adapt surprisingly well to life in a city apartment as long as they get regular exercise. They are calm and even-tempered and are not prone to barking for no reason. Their size and loving nature make them good companions for children, but as with any dog ​​breed, interactions between children and dogs should always be supervised. Dogue de Bordeaux can also get along well with other pets, including cats, as long as they are properly socialized and trained. However, their natural alertness and protective instincts can cause them to exhibit territorial behavior toward other dogs, especially if they have not been adequately socialized. In some federal states, this breed is considered a listed dog and special requirements must be observed.

Training & Education

Dogue de Bordeaux are intelligent and willing to learn dogs that can be trained well with the right training. They tend to be very attached to their caregiver and are willing to work for them. Although they are not elite athletes, they enjoy physical and mental activity and benefit from activities such as nose work, obedience or simple agility exercises. Although Dogue de Bordeaux are not among the "ball junkies" They still love interactive games and can learn to retrieve or look for toys. However, it is important not to overexert them and to give them enough rest. An important aspect of training a Dogue de Bordeaux is training impulse control and frustration tolerance. Since they can tend to be territorial and protective, it is important to teach them to control their impulses and respond calmly to various situations.

Nutrition & Care

Dogue de Bordeaux require a balanced diet tailored to their size and activity level. They have a robust appetite and are prone to weight gain, so it's important to keep track of their calorie intake and get them regular exercise. Your feed should be a good mix of proteins inens, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. In terms of care, the Dogue de Bordeaux is relatively easy to care for. Their short, smooth and fine coat does not require much care. Brushing once a week should be enough to keep the coat clean and healthy. They have an undercoat and shed moderately, so more frequent brushing may be necessary during coat change periods. Dogue de Bordeaux can cope well with the German climate as long as they are adequately protected in extreme weather conditions.