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In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Bullmastiff has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?
- Boerboel
- Boxer
- Bulldog
- Tosa Inu
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In Landmark Research on Modern Dog Breed development, the Bullmastiff has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of the following breeds: 1. Mastiff- 2. Boerboel- 3. Cane Corso </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Bullmastiffs?
- 22 mph
- 18.6 mph
- 20.22 mph
- 25.3 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The American Kennel Club (AKC) conducts dog racing trials each December in Orlando, FL. called the Fast CAT Invitational. This is a 100 yard race where dogs run individually chasing a lure. The average running speed by Bullmastiff's is about 22 mph. The fastest recorded speed by a Bullmastiff was by a dog named Banshee's Dream Lover at 27.57 mph! </div>
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According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the BullMastiff rank in working/obedience intelligence?
- 69
- 100
- 112
- 53
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the Landmark Book entitled, "The Intelligence of Dogs", professor Stanley Coren researched and documented the intelligence of over 130 different dog breeds. In his book, the Bullmastiff ranks 69th out of 138 breeds in working/obedience intelligence. Essentially this means they will learn new commands in 40 to 80 repetitions and obey first commands 30% of the time or better. This puts them in the "fair working and obedience intelligence" category. In contrast, the most intelligent breeds will learn the same command in 5 repetitions or less! </div>
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Where did the Bullmastiff rank in aggression toward unfamiliar dogs out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?
- 20
- 9
- 34
- 48
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania—which looked at over 300 dog breeds and 60,000 individual dogs—the Bullmastiff ranked 20th out of 124 breeds in aggression toward unfamiliar dogs. That's a high ranking, meaning if an unknown dog enters their personal space or territory, Bullmastiffs are likely to react by barking, growling, baring their teeth, or in extreme cases, lunging or biting. In contrast, they rank very low for displaying these behaviors toward familiar dogs in the household. So Bullmastiffs are protective and territorial with strangers but calm and tolerant with their own family pack—a perfect example of their history as guard dogs bred to deter poachers without being overly aggressive. </div>
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Where did the Bullmastiff rank in prey drive out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?
- 41
- 19
- 66
- 50
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the same C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania, the Bullmastiff ranked 41st out of 124 breeds in prey drive—a fairly high ranking. This means if a cat, squirrel, rabbit, or other small animal crosses their path, Bullmastiffs are very likely to give chase. While they're generally calm, laid-back family guardians, that natural hunting instinct is still wired into them. So it's a good idea to keep them on a leash or in a secure area when small animals might be around! </div>
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Which of the following colors does NOT meet the breed standard for the Bullmastiff?
- Chocolate
- Fawn
- Red
- Brindle
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> <h2>Other Non-Standard Colors That Can Naturally Occur</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Dudley (Liver/Chocolate):</strong> Two copies of the recessive brown gene dilute black pigment, producing a chocolate coat with a brown nose and amber eyes.</li> <li><strong>Blue (Slate Gray):</strong> Two copies of the recessive dilution gene lighten black pigment to slate gray or silvery blue.</li> <li><strong>Pied (White Spotting):</strong> A rare pattern driven by the Piebald gene, causing extensive white patches over the face, body, or legs.</li> <li><strong>Black and Tan / Shaded Sable:</strong> Very rarely, ancestral traits surface, producing deep black shading or distinct tan markings.</li> </ul> <p><strong>These colors are genetic possibilities but are not recognized by the breed standard—and they don't include solid black.</strong></p> </div>
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The Bullmastiff originated in
- England
- South Africa
- Germany
- Hungary
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Calvarial Hyperostosis Syndrome (CHS) is a condition tied to the Bullmastiff breed. What is this condition?
- A rare, non-cancerous bone disorder causing overgrowth of the skull
- A type of skin infection common in large breeds
- A neurological condition affecting the spine
- An inherited eye disorder causing blindness
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Calvarial Hyperostosis Syndrome is a rare, painful, non-cancerous bone disorder that causes a striking overgrowth of the skull. It primarily affects young dogs and was first described in Bullmastiffs, which is why the breed is so closely tied to the condition. While it shares traits with other canine bone-growth disorders, its specific target — the flat bones of the skull — and its unique history make it stand out. </div>
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What was the Bullmastiff historically called?
- The Gamekeeper’s Night Dog
- The Farmer’s Guardian
- The Estate Hound
- The Poacher’s Bane
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Bullmastiff was developed in 19th-century England to protect large estates from poachers, and it earned the nickname "The Gamekeeper's Night Dog" for its role. By crossing the Bulldog's courage and speed with the Mastiff's size and strength, breeders created a dog that could track silently through the dark, pin an intruder to the ground, and hold them until the gamekeeper arrived — all without mauling or biting. Today, that heritage shows up as a calm, confident, and deeply loyal family guardian. </div>
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A well-bred Bullmastiff is scientifically brachycephalic, but it should NOT be flat-faced according to its breed standard.
- False
- True
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Even though the Bullmastiff is technically classified as brachycephalic (short-headed) because of its wide, massive skull, a properly bred Bullmastiff should never actually be flat-faced. Breed standards require a 1-to-3 muzzle-to-head ratio, meaning the snout must be about half the length of the skull. That functional snout gives the dog clear airways and stamina for its historic work as an athletic estate guardian. In short, a completely smashed face is a breeding fault, not the breed ideal. </div>

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In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Bullmastiff has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Bullmastiffs?

According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the BullMastiff rank in working/obedience intelligence?

Where did the Bullmastiff rank in aggression toward unfamiliar dogs out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?

Where did the Bullmastiff rank in prey drive out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?

Which of the following colors does NOT meet the breed standard for the Bullmastiff?

The Bullmastiff originated in

Calvarial Hyperostosis Syndrome (CHS) is a condition tied to the Bullmastiff breed. What is this condition?

What was the Bullmastiff historically called?

A well-bred Bullmastiff is scientifically brachycephalic, but it should NOT be flat-faced according to its breed standard.

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