Just broght home our mastiff puppy

[allsierra123]

Yeah Im thinking of switching early though he is about to retire, he has Parkinsons pretty bad so im going to quickly find another vet.

 

[Cody]

allsierra123, I think you will make a great owner. Hope you don't mind I have one more suggestion. While she is young, I would take her to the vet, try to stick with the same one if you can, as much as possible. You really need to get her use to them if you can. Not a paid visit, just a social call. We used to take Cane in to be weighed and just to say hello.

I do the same with my Corso. When cribs was young we went every week to weigh in, get treats and have some social time. My dogs all LOVE the vet, the vet and techs can do what ever they want and the dogs are all happy. It just makes it so much easier when/if something comes up for the dogs and the vet/techs to be comfortable.

 

[Oak Hill Farm]

I think you have been given some good advice, I too wanted to "weigh in". It does sound like your pup has the fila temperament. I have not owned one, but I did talk to lots of owners and met some breeders before deciding they were too much dog for me. I agree that you will not ever "train" or "condition" her out of that response. The older she gets the more you will see it. I was told the females mature faster than the males and it is not uncommon for full temperament by 9-12 months of age. I would continue the socialization, but just be watchful and you may also want to look into a vest that says "do not pet, dog in training". That way people will be respectful of your space. Also obedience training. Try to find a trainer you are comfortable with that understands your dog breed and is willing to have the class give you your space, or train one on one.

 

[allsierra123]

The vest is actually a good idea. I am considering working her as well. The obedience training she does very well at already. But we are putting her into a puppy socialization class.