Hi Gang! I've been looking into a Canine companion for awhile now, from what I have read the Bullmastiff is the right dog. I am looking to pick up my new friend in the spring, so I have time- I just want to make sure the BM is a good fit, I do have a few questions about them though-1. I've seen it mentioned more than once that these dogs are not very vocal, this is a good thing. In my neighborhood however there are several " bark machines " they bark for hours on end, I don't blame the dogs, I do blame their owners. Is the BM prone to sympathy barking? Or are they more likely to discount it as a normal sound of the night? I assume it's something that can be trained out if it does begin, and that if I do not react to it, then my dog will most likely ignore it as well? The dog in question starts barking at 2am and keeps it up until I leave for work at 6am.2. I've also been reading that they may be a handful for a 1st time dog owner in regards to training them. I have never had a dog, what am I getting myself into? I know I have the time to put into the training, my boss has ok'd me popping in and out of work during the early puppy/potty training stages since I live very close to work. I have even gotten the ok to bring the dog in a few times a week to hang out once they are housebroken.3. Not a question, but more of a logic check. I'm gone M-F 6am to 4ish pm for work, I can and will be stopping in to care for my dog puppy through the week. I have a medium sized house and fenced in yard, no roommates or children to worry about. I am an insomniac , so I'm asleep maaaaybe 5 hours a night, if I sleep. With these conditions in mind, what do you BM owners say, is the breed a good fit? Thanks for taking the time to read and/or reply -I will be paying attention throughout the day, but as I mentioned in my Introduction post, I have no internet at home ( helps keep the work/life balance), so don't think your input is being ignored!Thanks again, have the best day possible folks.