The Truth About Dogue de Bordeaux Puppies for Sale
Originally documented in the fourteenth century, the Dogue de Bordeaux was bred to hunt a variety of wild animals, used in blood sports like baiting bears and bulls and trained to be guard dogs especially for the well to do. Many of these well off people lost their dogs and their life during the French Revolution. This along with an order from Adolf Hitler, during WWII, for the extermination of all Dogue de Bordeaux, this breed nearly came to an end. Through the determination of many breeders that offer Dogue de Bordeaux puppies for sale, this was circumvented. One man in particular has been credited for the survival of this breed, Raymond Triquet and his Bordeaux Club set out to reestablish this dog.
Currently the breed is thriving in France and continues to make great strides elsewhere. Recently in the United States, the American Kennel Club recognized this breed and has now a recorded number of about 3000 Dogue de Bordeaux living in this country. If you are searching for Dogue de Bordeaux puppies for sale, care must be taken as far as understanding the inner workings of this dog. Most will agree that this is not a good choice for a novice dog owner. Although, modern breeding has tempered the personality of this breed, it can still present some challenges if it does not understand and accept its role in the ‘pack’ (family). Because of its background and breeding, the owner of the Dogue de Bordeaux must maintain control, set limits and define clear boundaries for this animal.
This being said, this can be and is in many circumstances a great family dog. They exhibit great loyalty, devotion and attachment to their owners. They can be friendly with children and seem to have a high toleration to stimulus. Owners that advertise Dogue de Bordeaux puppies for sale will impart the fact that this breed has an innate ability to be a great guard dog, and the modern specimen does not extend the aggressive behavior of its ancestors.
As with many large dogs, the life span of the Dogue de Bordeaux is somewhat short. The average dog will live between six to ten years of age. Although, many owners that have Dogue de Bordeaux puppies for sale will tell you that a well cared for and loved Dogue de Bordeaux can live up to fifteen years. This dog does require a lot of exercise to maintain a healthy mind and body. This can be accomplished through vigorous daily walks, making it an acceptable pet for an apartment dweller or someone that does not have a fenced back yard.However, like many other breeds, without the necessary activity will become destructive and unruly.
