1. English Mastiff

Height: 27-32 inches

Weight: 68-110 kg or more

English Mastiff is the largest dog breed in the world by considering the mass. This breed has an average weight of 68-110 kg and shoulder height of 27-33 inches. On 26th September 1981 the Guinness book of world records recognized an old English Mastiff named Zorba as the heaviest and longest dog in the world. The dog weighed 142.7 kg with a height of 27 inches at that time.

The English Mastiff also called as old English Mastiff. It is one of the oldest breed in the world. They depicted on Egyptian monuments from 3000 B.C. The giant-sized mastiffs were also used by the Romans for gladiatorial fights.

The English Mastiffs have a heavy square head. The ‘V’ shaped ears, black nose and black mask also give them a unique look. Their short haired coat comes in various colors including golden fawn, apricot and brindle.

The English Mastiffs are very intelligent and born guard dogs. The Mastiffs bark very rarely. But they sense the threats without making mistakes. The giant size of Mastiffs can easily block or attack the intruders if needed.