Majorca Mastiff
About the Majorca Mastiff
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Large (50-100 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 21-23" |
| Weight | 66-84 lbs |
| Coat Type | Smooth |
| Coat Length | Short |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
Moderate (30-60 min/day)
45 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Moderate - Weekly
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Moderate mental stimulation needed
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $1,500-$3,000 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,600/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Majorca Mastiffs may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Guard Dog
May Not Be Ideal For
- Apartment Living
- First-Time Owners
Guides for your Majorca Mastiff
The story behind the Majorca Mastiff
The Majorca Mastiff, known in Spanish as the Perro Dogo Mallorquin and in Catalan as the Ca de Bou, comes from the Balearic island of Majorca. It is generally understood to have formed from local Iberian guarding and herding dogs crossed with English bull-type dogs brought during the period of British presence in the western Mediterranean, producing a compact molosser used for guarding property and livestock and, historically, in bull-baiting and fighting before those activities were outlawed. Numbers fell sharply during the twentieth century, and Spanish breeders rebuilt the population from a small surviving base. The FCI and Spanish national authorities both recognise the breed. It remains uncommon, with most dogs in Spain and scattered enthusiast populations elsewhere in Europe and the Americas.
Originally bred for: Property guarding, Livestock handling, Bull-catching. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Majorca Mastiff
A dense, muscular dog on short legs should be kept lean, since surplus weight loads joints and worsens heat tolerance. Feed a balanced complete diet in two measured meals with calm rest afterward, and raise young dogs slowly on a large-breed appropriate growth food.
Watch for: No breed-specific intolerance is documented. Broad-headed bull-type dogs often gulp air while eating, causing wind and discomfort, and slower feeding helps more than changing recipes. Skin fold irritation is usually hygiene-related. Consult a vet before assuming food is behind chronic symptoms.
Not sure what to put in the bowl? See our picks for the best dog food for large breeds.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket, and a slow feeder bowl if your dog inhales dinner. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Majorca Mastiff
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse chew toys built for strong jaws and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a properly sized crate.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.