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Neo mastiff help

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Jacob_yarBRO

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I am brand new to this forum but I'm looking for a little bit of help I have owned dogs my whole life mostly boxers, labs and a couple of mixed breeds but I am extremely interested in the neo mastiff i would love to own one I have done some extensive research on them but I have stumbled upon some unsettling things one is that when the pup hits maturity it becomes more aggressive and gets agitated very easily me and a friend of mine have a house together and we really enjoy entertaining guest how would this effect the dog it really want him/her to just be a big teddy bear to snuggle with and for it to never leave My side anyone who owns or has owned a neo and could share some advice also tell me a little about your neo.
Thank you
 
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musicdeb

Well-Known Member
Welcome aboard~ You've come to the right place with a wealth of information re: mastiffs.

We have a few Neo owners in the forum.
 
ruthcatrin

ruthcatrin

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Well, not a Neo owner, but I do own a Tibetan Mastiff and I know several Neos, and the concerns are very similer.

Without reading your resources I can't say exactly what they are refering to. However you need to understand the difference between an "aloof dog who's not friendly with strangers" and a dog who is "aggressive towards strangers". You also need to understand the difference between a dog who's "aggressive towards someone who presents a threat" and a dog who is "aggressive towards random strangers passing on the sidewalk". One is not only acceptable it is correct for the breed, the other is not acceptable and is a sign of an unstable dog.

Properly socialized and trained a Neo with the correct breed temperment will not be enthusiastic about meeting strangers, and will not appreciate attention from them. He should however be perfectly safe to walk down a normal city sidewalk. He will not be aggressive except when he percieves threat, however he may give vocal warning to an overly enthusiastic stranger to gets in his space.

Properly socialized and trained a Neo will tolerate non-household members inside the household as long as they have been properly invited by you. However he is unlikely to be happy about it, and if you regularly entertain large groups and get a Neo you should consider crating the dog away from the party and guests for his own happiness.
 
el gato diablo

el gato diablo

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you mentioned wanting a big cuddly teddy bear that will tolerate your house guests and never leave your side...have you considered an English Mastiff?
 
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Jacob_yarBRO

Member
Thank you and I have considered them while they are beautiful dogs there appearance doesn't catch my eye like a neo does I've always been very fond of English bull dogs but I enjoy having bigger dogs the wrinkles and shear massive size really draw me to these animals also the fact that they need minimal exercise like maybe a 2 hour walk a day and aren't very active inside someone who will just lay on the couch with me.

I really appreciate all of the replies and advice from everyone keep them coming
 
el gato diablo

el gato diablo

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I totally feel ya...I am quite fond of Neos myself, especially with an ear crop. Hands down...a majestic KING of dogs.
 
Sendo

Sendo

Active Member
Welcome to the forum!

Week I have two Neo's right now. Duke is now 10 months old and is a big teddy bear. He likes to play around and loves to wrestle with me, my kids, or Duchess (15 months). Ofcourse that only lasts about 20 minutes then his big ol' but lays down and takes a nap lol. As of now both of mine are great with people and other dogs, but I socialize them as much as possible. If we're at home or their in my truck, the do become protective, but if I or my wife are walking them, they love meeting people and other dogs. I think the only one I've ever had problems with was Duchess and it was during her first heat. She changed towards other dogs and dig bocome aggressive, but I just kept get away until it was over and she got back to her goofy loving self.

Hope this helps.
 
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Jacob_yarBRO

Member
Really the breeder I talked to said her male was more aggressive I want one of these dogs extremely bad but I'm weary about aggression does anyone have reputable breeders I could talk to about this
 
Belmas

Belmas

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I have a 7 month old Neo male now, but had a pair of Neos in the past. I agree with Ruthcatrin, my female was the boss of the house and more protective and aggressive than my male. I socialized my Neos and could take them anywhere there were people or dogs, but you have to be very in tune with them and know how to read them and no matter how much you socialize, they will still be aloof with people other than close family. As for other dogs, mine were fine as long as the other dogs were submissive or soft breeds of dogs. They are extremely affectionate to the people they love and attach themselves to one person in particular. They are not just couch potatoes, my past Neos were somewhat active and the one I have now is more of an old style Neo and very active. They also can be very stubborn and very strong willed and need a firm hand with fair & consistent training while young. They are great dogs and I will always have at least one in my life.
 
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Titan519

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It's all in proper training imo. It's about being consistent, and never letting anything slide and your pup will be a solid dog. Socialization is a must with all dogs but more so with this breed. The Neo is a Gaurd/Watch Dog, my puppy is my shadow no matter who stops by or where I go. Never leaves my side more then 10ft. Mine just turned 3 months and I can already see his protective nature. You'll read words like "stubborn, independent, dominant ect. Understand there's words and how to counter act it. Neo's are wonderful dogs and extremely smart.

Ps. I came onto this forum when I got him and everyone has been extremely helpful and very knowledgable
 
ruthcatrin

ruthcatrin

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Not off the top of my head. I've got emails out to a couple people asking for links or contact info to give to you, but none are especially close to you.

Does the breeder you've talked to have a website? We can often get a feel for a breeder just based on that. Or if not I can give you the list of questions I'd be asking.
 
ruthcatrin

ruthcatrin

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And just to clarify, I'm not saying that the breeder you talked to is wrong about her male being the more aggressive of the pair. I've known some very hard temp'ed males and very soft temp'ed females. Just that in general my experience is otherwise.
 
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