Mastiff Breed Overview

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Breed Overview

The Mastiff breed dates all the way back to Ancient Egypt. There are several types of Mastiff’s including American, English, Bullmastiff and Cane Corso to name a few.

Potential Mastiff Health Problems

Mastiffs are beautiful, loving, extra-large dogs that have an average lifespan between 10 to 12 years. However there are some health conditions and illnesses you should keep an eye on.

Condition	Cost to Treat
Cataracts	$1,500 – $3,000
Entropion	$700 – $4,000
Ectropion	$300 to $1,500
Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Varies
Progressive Retinal Atrophy	$1,500 – $3,000
Hip Dysplasia	$3,000 – $6,000
Elbow Dysplasia	$2,000 – $4,000
Patella Luxation	$1,500 – $3,000
Torn Ligaments	$3,000 – $6,000
Epilepsy	$200 – $15,000
Gastric Dilatation Volvulus	$1,500 – $6,000
Heart Disease	$5,000 – $20,000
Hypothyroidism	$100 – $200 / mo.
Von Willebrand Disease	$500 – $1,000
Wobbler Syndrome	$5,000 – $6,000

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Consider Pet Insurance

All of the top five best pet insurance companies cover major medical issues like accidents and illnesses. This chart provides a more detailed breakdown.

✓ Accidents	✓ Illnesses
✓ X-Rays, Blood Tests, etc.	✓ Surgery
✓ Hereditary Conditions	✓ Hospitalization
✓ Congenital Conditions	✓ Prescription Medications
✓ Chronic Conditions	✓ Emergency Care
✓ Cancer	✓ Specialty Care
✓ Diagnostic Treatment	✓ Alternative Treatment
X Pre-Existing Conditions	X Preventative Care

Note: Unfortunately, dog insurance does not cover pre-existing conditions, so it’s important to enroll while your pet is healthy and young.

How Much Does it Cost?

Below are some samples across the country to give you an idea of how much it costs. However, the only way to know exactly how much a plan will cost is to get quotes for your Mastiff.