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English Mastiff

aka The Mastiffaka The Old English Mastiffaka Gentle Giant

"The largest dog breed on earth, operated entirely by a heart too big to measure."

Ancient. Enormous. Endearingly gentle.

The Story Behind the Breed

The English Mastiff is one of the oldest dog breeds on earth, with records going back to Julius Caesar's invasion of Britain in 55 BC. The world record heaviest dog was an English Mastiff named Zorba who weighed 343 pounds. Built like a wall, soft as a cloud.

"Ancient. Enormous. Endearingly gentle."

✏️ This drawing was made by hand by Catherine, age 10, in Texas. Every line, every color — drawn from her love of dogs. Blondie Boy approves. 🐾

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English Mastiff T-Shirt

Silkscreen · Bella+Canvas · Unisex

$30

English Mastiff Sticker

Die-cut · Waterproof · 3–4 inch

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