Broholmer Dog Breed Information

Posted on Mar 31, 2019, Modified : Jun 26, 2021 Arry

Breeds

General Information

Dog Name	Broholmer
Other Names	Danish Mastiff
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Mastiff
Group	Working
Extinct	No
Country of Origin	Denmark

Physical And Size

Min Life Span	8
Max Life Span	10
Min Ideal Weight for male	49
Max Ideal Weight for male	58
Min Ideal Weight for female	40
Max Ideal Weight for male	58

Ranking

Intelligent Rank
Trainability
Playfulness
Affection Level
Social Needs
Barking
Watchdog Ability
Territorial
Mouthiness
Adaptability

Characterisitics

Temperament	Loving, Protective, Gentle
Prey Drive	No
Fighting Dog	No

Friendliness

Stranger Friendly	Medium
Child Friendly	High
Cat Friendly	Medium
Apartment Friendly	Low
Senior Citizens Friendly	Low
Service Dog	Low
Search and Rescue Dog	Low
Biting Potential	Medium

Country of Origin	Denmark
Nicknames and Other Names	Danish Mastiff, Danish Broholmer
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Molosser, mastiff type
Group	Working Group
Bred For	Guardian Dog
Size	Large-sized
Recognized By	AKC, FCI, UKC, FSS
Life Span	8-10 years
Ideal Weight	Male: 110-150 pounds Female: 90-130 pounds
Ideal Height	Male: 29.5 inches Female: 27.5 inches
Fur Type	short, thick undercoat
Common Colors	Black, Yellow, Red Golden
Markings	White markings, Black Mask
Availability	Uncommonly available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	No
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Mastiff

Broholmer is large mastiff-type dogs with a strongly built body. They are huge and are great protectors for you and your house. These breeds are friendly, with even temperament which surely brings joy to your life.

Nonetheless, if you’re looking for a larger breed with non-aggressive behavior, then Broholmer is the right breed for you. After all, they are known as the “gentle giants” among the breed and will fiercely guard your house.

Origin and History

The Broholmer is said to exist since the Middle Ages, and ere used as stag-hunting. After, World War II, the breed almost got extinct but around 1975, later formed the society of redeveloping the Broholmer breed supported by the Danish Kennel Club.

It is believed that the Broholmers were originated from the mixing of the local Danish dogs, an assortment of foreign dogs brought to Denmark by the Vikings, and the German Mastiff.

In 1998, Broholmer dogs were recognized by an international breed registry, FCI. Till 2009, the breed was popular only in Denmark and few other European countries but the first Danish Mastiff was imported in the USA by Joe and Kathy Kimmeth of the Broholmer Club Of The USA.

Are They Child-Friendly?

Yes, Broholmer dogs are child-friendly because the Broholmer is a calm and friendly breed that has naturally watchful tendencies. This breed can get along with children since they are also rambunctious and energetic. Not only playing, these dogs will protect your child from any kind of disturbance.

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My New Best Friend.

These breeds are not aggressive with any kids even if they don’t know them. They can have a quality time with children running around and following every step of them. However, younger children should be supervised while playing with these dogs. Since they can easily knock them down with their huge body.

Behavior, Temperament And Personality

Broholmers are a generally sociable and mild-mannered dog because they have been known to adapt well to life with other children and pets as long as they are sensibly introduced from a young age. Naturally, alert and protective, they make fantastic guard dogs but can be wary with strangers for those entering the territories.

temperament of Broholmer — Broholmer with owner. Image Source: instagram@ madymorrison

There has been a great effort for the Broholmer breeding community to reduce the levels of aggression as this is a large dog that could potentially cause a harm to people and other pets. If not socialized properly, these breed can be aggressive with people as well as other pets. They are excellent guard dogs which will probably keep you out of any danger.

Trainability

The Broholmer is a challenge to train and is not recommended to an inexperienced owner because it is stubborn in nature. This is not a dog that lives to please and they will often opt to suit themselves rather than task asked to them.

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Broholmer training.

It is worth investing the time in the training of these Broholmer dogs because they do not take control of the household. But with time, consistency and patience, they can develop into well socialized and obedient pets.

Facts

Some of the facts related to Broholmer dogs are as follows:

The Broholmer is also called as the dog of Frederick VII, Old Danish Dog, Gammel Dansk Hund, Danish Broholmer, and the Danish Mastiff.
They are also called as sehested of broholm, an 18th-century game-keeper.
King Frederick VII is figured in family portraits with Broholmer dogs.

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Amazing facts of Broholmer dogs.

Health issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Ectropion, Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts,
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Distemper, Kennel Cough, Canine Parvovirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis, Canine Coronavirus
Shedding	Moderate Shedding
Drooling	High Drooler
Grooming	Easy and Low Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average to High
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	Skin allergies
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 30% Fat: 8% Multivitamins Omega-3 and 6 Fatty Acids

Hip Dysplasia: It is a condition in which the socket joint does not cover the ball portion of upper thighbone.
Elbow Dysplasia: It involves the multiple developmental abnormalities of the elbow joint.
Cardiac disease: It is a condition involving the narrowed blood vessels that lead to heart attack.
Entropion: It is a condition in which the eyelid folds inward.
Ectropion: It is a condition in which the eyelid folds outward.