D is for Disqualification
Some fanciers bandy the term “disqualification” around liberally, as if tossing a big salad. But that word comes with very specific conditions — to say nothing of serious ramifications.
Brindle Basics: Who Knew Stripes Could Be So Complicated?
Many Molosser breeds have brindling, a pattern of black striping not dissimilar to that of a tiger.

Photo: Mary Bloom.
Becoming a Molosser Judge, AKC Style
I’ve heard it more times than I can count: We need to do a better job educating Molosser judges.

In writing the Dogo's inaugural AKC standard, Daniel D'Hulst kept in mind the original standard and philosophy of breed creator Antonio Nores Martinez.
Crafting the Dogo Argentino Standard
Messing with a breed standard all too often results in just that — a mess. And the reasons are about as numerous as the breeds the American Kennel Club recognizes.
An About Face on Molosser Origins
Science is elastic. It shifts and expands and contracts with the infuriating slipperiness of a double-jointed circus performer. One day, you’re applying leaches. The next, you’re ordering an MRI.

Adalena Serra do Barbanza, a Spanish import owned by Crystal Kaiser.
Cherished Guardian of Spain
The Pyrenean Mastiff is a noble and rustic breed traditionally used as a livestock and property guardian that derives from the region of Aragon, Spain.  
All That Glitters
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, the saying goes.

Photo: Mary Bloom.

In writing the Dogo's inaugural AKC standard, Daniel D'Hulst kept in mind the original standard and philosophy of breed creator Antonio Nores Martinez.

Adalena Serra do Barbanza, a Spanish import owned by Crystal Kaiser.

New and Noteworthy

NEW AND NOTEWORTHY

A World Apart

Helene Nietsch reflects on the French Bullmastiff and Mastiff club's 2023 shows.

Judging the Bullmastiff

Breeder-judge Denise Borton offers keys points of breed type.

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