English Mastiff Portrait day :)

Miss Rhea and Mr. Hades were back in the studio.  Hades seems to enjoy it, and Rhea would rather just lay down on the rug.  I tried to get her to bark in the one photo. That perked her up a bit.

I wanted to get her sitting down to show her full size but she didn't want too and I am not one to force her just for a picture. I tried a few times.. but with limited success.

Even though these guys are giants, they are very gentle soled. So raising your voice or yelling at that doesn't go over well. They are sensitive  and just need to be loved.  Do that and they will forever be devoted to you.  This does not mean you can't use stern voice if need be, as this breed also tends to have a stubborn streak.

Anyways, enjoy the new pictures and be sure to check the PUPPY COUNTDOWN on the side.

We are so excited and hope you are too!!

Isn't he just the most beautiful creature. I really can see his maturity beginning now.  So happy he kept all those wrinkles.

Awh, I love that he is starting to look mature. At 14.5months  he still had a long way till maturity.  Growth usually continues till they are three. This breed is slow growing and shouldn't be rushed. The weight of them would cause such troubles with bones and ligaments if you rushed it. Do not try and over feed a Mastiff just to put weight on them. This is a NO-NO. They will be big, TRUST ME.  Hades is still very much on the lean side as you can see he has lots of growing to do and he is already 145.lbs.   They also tend to flop down very hard and can get hygromas on their elbows if you are not careful.   So much to consider with a giant breed!  If you are considering getting a puppy, please do some research, as a breeder or an owner lots of questions.  I truly can say, they are not your average dog to raise. 

Showing off his ears. I let out a funny noise and he perks those big ears up.. Oh, I just love his face so much. Look at those wrinkles.!

Not sure why, but I always thing Miss Rhea looks old in images LOL. Not sure if it how she holds her ears when I bring the camera up.. 

Rhea barking. I love that she will bark on command ( hand signals or voice) . Thought it would be a cute picture. 

So you can tell both of them are not impressed with the photo

shoot at this point.  Hard to believe that at just 14.5 months he is already taller than Rhea.