Majorca Mastiff
A compact, muscular Balearic molosser that is calm and devoted at home and a confident, steady guard.
At a glance
- Size
- Large
- Height at the withers
- Males 55–58 cm · Females 52–55 cm
- Weight
- Males 35–38 kg · Females 30–34 kg
- Life expectancy
- 10–12 years
- Exercise
- 45–75 min a day
- Grooming
- Once a week
- Coat
- Smooth, short
- Colours
- Brindle, Fawn, Black
- Bred for
- Guarding, Companionship
- Country of origin
- Spain
- FCI
- Group 2, no. 249 · Pinschers, molossers & mountain dogs
Breeders on Kuldo
No breeders on Kuldo have this breed yet.
Living with the breed
| Affectionate with family | 5/5 – Very high |
|---|---|
| Good with children | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Good with other dogs | 2/5 – Low |
| Good with cats | 2/5 – Low |
| Open to strangers | 2/5 – Low |
| Energy | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Playfulness | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Needs mental stimulation | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Easy to train | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Prey drive | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Watchful and protective | 4/5 – High |
| Barking | 2/5 – Low |
| Shedding | 2/5 – Low |
| Grooming effort | 1/5 – Very low |
| Drooling | 2/5 – Low |
| Good for first-time owners | 2/5 – Low |
| Suits apartment living | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Adaptability | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Copes with being alone | 2/5 – Low |
| Copes with heat | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Copes with cold | 2/5 – Low |
Kuldo's own guidance from the breed's typical traits. Every dog is an individual, so talk to the breeder.
Is it the right breed for you?
Great if you …
- want a calm, compact guardian
- have experience with strong breeds
- prefer an easy-care coat
Think twice if you …
- have other dominant dogs
- want a dog that greets strangers warmly
- are a first-time owner
Care
Temperament
Calm, self-assured and loyal, affectionate with family and wary of strangers. It can be dominant with other dogs.
Exercise
Moderate daily walks and active play; obedience, scent work and strength-based games suit it.
Grooming
The short coat needs only a weekly brush.
Training
Intelligent but strong-willed; consistent, fair training and plenty of early socialisation are needed.
Health
The breed is generally robust, but hip and elbow dysplasia can occur. Ask the breeder for the parents' hip and elbow results.
Health tests breeders usually do
- Hips (HD)
- Elbows (ED)
Ask the breeder to show you the parents' results.
About the breed
The Majorca Mastiff, known locally as Ca de Bou ("bull dog"), developed on the Balearic Islands from Spanish guard dogs and dogs brought by British forces in the 18th century. It was used for guarding and, sadly, for bull-baiting and dog fighting, and it almost disappeared in the 20th century before enthusiasts revived it.
Today it is a calm family dog with a strong guarding instinct. It is affectionate and loyal to its people and wary of strangers. Early socialisation and consistent training are key.
Did you know?
The FCI name of the breed is "Perro Dogo Mallorquín", but on Majorca it is usually called the Ca de Bou.