Cosmic Quest Bullmastiffs
What Does It take to Care For a Bullmastiff
Bringing a bullmastiff into the family is a great responsibility and this should not be taken lightly. It is our duty to ensure that this majestic breed is brought up with the correct guidance and care. Below are articles that may help you navigate the Bullmastiff journey. We encourage every potential dog owner to read the following articles.
Deterioration of the Bullmastiff bloodlines within the South African market.
The image of the dog to the lefts does NOT represent a Bullmastiff that is considered breed standard. While this post may seem controversial I feel it is necessary to empower bullmastiff enthusiasts and establish an understanding of responsible, ethical breeding. Please know I have good intentions and only wish to preserve the magnificence of this beloved breed.
The South African Bullmastiff is under threat, the breed standard is deteriorating and many dogs are starting to resemble cross breeds (boerbul / boxer / staffie cross). This in no way affects the temperament of the animal and I acknowledge that aesthetics do not determine a dogs nature. However the reality is there is a breed standard in place for a reason - to preserve our majestic breed and if breeders disregard this then are they not doing the breed a disservice? ...
3 Major Mistakes That Could Cause Joint Disease In Your Dog
"Collagen is the elastic protein that holds skin together. It also makes up 70% to 90% of our muscles, tendons, ligaments and other joint supporting tissues. When collagen breaks down in the body, the joints become less stable, the muscles and connective tissue loosen and become more brittle, and joint disorders start to occur.
Collagen not only protects joint cartilage, it also protects tendons and ligaments against tears."
Raw fed bullmastiffs
IF you want to give your dog the BEST nutritional start in life then raw feeding is a must. Kibble is loaded with cheap carbahydrates, saturated in carcinogenic herbacides. The kibble "science diets" are not species appropriate and contribute to the alarming rate of chronic illness. Our dogs at Cosmic Quest Bullmastiffs are raised on a raw organic diet.
This article is a great starters guide;
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Have you ever felt raw feeding your dog is just too complicated?
Maybe you want to start raw feeding but you're worried you won't be giving your dog complete nutrition. Or you've been feeding raw for awhile but you've read books or web posts telling you you're doing it all wrong.
In the video below, from Raw Roundup2016, Julie Anne Lee shows you how to take the complicated out of the raw diet. She'll show you how to feed on a budget, feed when time is short, and she'll share the most important foods and supplements to round out the diet without breaking the bank. "
Tick and Flea treatments
These are some of the most toxic things we can give to our dogs. Brands like Bravecto are questioned by many pet owners around the world question the safety of these products. We highly recommend doing your own research and look to alternative ways to protect your animals.
