Description

A Mastiff-type of dog of large size, rectangular and strongly built, with composed and powerful movement. Its appearance is dominated by the powerful forequarters. The head is massive and wide, the neck is sturdy with some loose skin, the chest is broad and deep. At rest the head is carried rather low and stooping, and the tail is hanging down sabrelike. When moving, the tail is carried higher, but not over the topline. When the dog is attentive or aroused, the head is carried higher and the tail is raised above horizontal. The coat is short and close lying, with a thick undercoat. The coat comes in yellow with black mask, golden red and black. White markings on chest, feet and tip of tail are optional.

Origin

The Danish Broholmer originated in Denmark. As a type this breed has been known since the Middle Ages, when it was used for hunting (stag-hunting). Later on it was used mainly as a guard dog for large farms and manors. At the end of the18th century these dogs were breeding pure and increased in number thanks to the royal game keeper Sehested of Broholm, from where the breed has inherited its name. After the Second World War the breed almost became extinct, but around 1975 a group of committed people organized a group called "The Society for Reconstruction of the Broholmer Breed". They were supported by the Danish Kennel Club and began the work of reviving the breed.

Temperament

Clam, good tempered, friendly, yet watchful. Must show great self-confidence.

Height

Height: 22-30 inches (70-75 cm.)

Weight

Weight: 87-176 pounds (40-80 kg.)

Known Health Problems

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Conditions for Living

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Exercise Requirments

is important not to over excise your young Broholmer as it would be bad for their hips (HD) since the bones are not developed yet. Maybe 15 minutes 2 times a day.

Life Expectancy

About 6-11 years

Grooming

Seasonal heavy shedder

Group

Mastiff type Description A Mastiff-type of dog of large size, rectangular and strongly built, with composed and powerful movement. Its appearance is dominated by the powerful forequarters. The head is massive and wide, the neck is sturdy with some loose skin, the chest is broad and deep. At rest the head is carried rather low and stooping, and the tail is hanging down sabrelike. When moving, the tail is carried higher, but not over the topline. When the dog is attentive or aroused, the head is carried higher and the tail is raised above horizontal. The coat is short and close lying, with a thick undercoat. The coat comes in yellow with black mask, golden red and black. White markings on chest, feet and tip of tail are optional. Temperament Clam, good tempered, friendly, yet watchful. Must show great self-confidence. Height, Weight Height: 22-30 inches (70-75 cm.) Weight: 87-176 pounds (40-80 kg.) Health Problems - Living Conditions - Exercise is important not to over excise your young Broholmer as it would be bad for their hips (HD) since the bones are not developed yet. Maybe 15 minutes 2 times a day. Life Expectancy About 6-11 years Grooming Seasonal heavy shedder Origin The Danish Broholmer originated in Denmark. As a type this breed has been known since the Middle Ages, when it was used for hunting (stag-hunting). Later on it was used mainly as a guard dog for large farms and manors. At the end of the18th century these dogs were breeding pure and increased in number thanks to the royal game keeper Sehested of Broholm, from where the breed has inherited its name. After the Second World War the breed almost became extinct, but around 1975 a group of committed people organized a group called "The Society for Reconstruction of the Broholmer Breed". They were supported by the Danish Kennel Club and began the work of reviving the breed. Group Mastiff type