Temperament of the Dog

The Bullmastiff appears calm but is fearless and confident. He is reliable and intelligent. He wants to please his master, so he is trainable and makes a good companion.

The Bullmastiff can be good-natured but tends to be willful. He is an extremely powerful dog, so early training is critical. A firm and consistent master is a great help.
They should be obedience trained and taught not to pull on the leash. Bullmastiffs are sensitive to the tone of voice being used. Socialization with people and animals is crucial. Bullmastiffs can be aggressive toward other dogs. They are reserved with strangers.

His method of attack is to knock down an intruder and hold him on the ground. Unfortunately, because of his size, he can accidently knock down a child or an adult when he is playing.

Bullmastiffs crave human attention.Bullmastiff puppies are uncoordinated. They drool, slobber, and snore.

Better suited to an indoor or outdoor lifestyle?

Bullmastiffs should never be left to a kennel outdoors. They need human interaction and training.

Are they suited to homes with kids?

He is tolerant of children, especially if he has known them all his life. He needs to be thoroughly socialized with children and their friends. Because of his size and power, he can accidently knock down a child while playing.