Vaccination Protocol for Our Mastiffs and Puppies
We believe in
raising our Mastiffs as naturally as possible. This means we raise our dogs on
a raw diet and vaccinate minimally. When you get a puppy from Gryphon Mastiffs
the puppy is on a modified version of Dr. Jean Dodd, DVM’s vaccination
protocol. However, instead of using the combination shot she recommends
(Nobivac – Distemper and Parvo in one shot) we vaccinate for each illness
separately... Read More...
The Mastiff breed as a whole is prone to numerous genetic health issues, the following of which can be tested for in breeding dogs to help ensure that these genetic problems are not passes on to the next generation. Of these tests some are DNA tests, meaning that if both parents of a litter are DNA clear then there is a 0% chance... Read More...With Brinkley's surgery all said and done I was collecting up vet bills to send off the the insurance carrier and got to thinking how does the average person cover this type of expense? Personally, I have a credit card with a $10,000 limit I never use. I consider it my emergency card, so if I didn't have pet insurance to reimburse the costs of much of her surgery I guess I would just slowly make credit card payments until I got it paid off. Many people with pets don't have that option. Either they don't qualify for higher limit credit cards, don't have pet insurance or a savings account to cover these types of expenses. Read More...
Spay or Neutering Your Mastiff or Other Giant Breed Dog
A lot of new pet owners are under the assumption that they should have their new puppy spayed or neutered by the age of six months. This timeframe has been preached by vets, animal shelters, rescue organizations and numerous other sources for ages. The funny thing is that there is no real proof that this is the magic age to alter your pet. It is EXTREMELY important that you do not alter your Mastiff until at least 18 months of age... Read More...Dog Owners, Know the Limitations of Your Veterinarian
Article featured on the online pet magazine: Keep the Tail Wagging! One of the most important relationships you will have as a pet owner is
with your Veterinarian. As a lifelong pet owner, my pet’s health is always one
of my biggest concerns. Is this normal? Am I feeding this right? Is this safe
for my pet? OMG, my dog just ate ______ (you can fill in the blank with
countless items on that one). There always seems to be... Read More...Mastiff Health Information and Links
Mastiffs, like all breeds, have specific health issues that need to be considered when purchasing a puppy or when breeding them. Reputable breeders will health test their dogs to ensure they are not passing on genetic conditions. Breeders and owners both want healthy, happy dogs with great longevity. Read More...
Unsafe and "Safer" Anesthesia's for the Mastiff
We all know that Mastiffs are not built like a typical dog. Because of their huge chest cavities and slower circulation due to their sheer size, many Mastiffs have a specific inability to metabolize drugs in the normal time frame that other dogs do. Below I have compiled a very specific list of anesthesias that I personally consider unsafe or safe (or we’ll say ‘safer’) to use on Mastiffs. Read More...
A Mastiffs Journey through Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery
In an effort to help anyone out looking for canine ACL/CCL tears and TPLO information and advice I have made this post an index log to each different post regarding Brinkley Mastiff’s CCL tear and TPLO surgery. Please leave us a comment if our story helped you out in any way! Read More...
With as hot as it's getting this summer, I thought it fitting to reiterate how important it is to keep your dog cool during the sweltering summer months. Below is an excerpt from Heat Stroke and the Giant Breed Dog, an article written by Veterinarian and Mastiff owner/breeder Robin Smith, DVM. Read More...
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