Origin: Denmark
Origin of Name: The Broholmer, also called the Danish Mastiff, is a large mastiff breed of dog from Denmark.
Size | Temperament | Shedding | Drooling | Monthly keeping cost | |||||
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Large | Zero High |
Negligible Hair Everywhere |
Zero Excess |
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As a variant, the breed has been known since the Middle Ages, when it was used for stag hunting. Later, it was used primarily as a patron dog for large farms and manors. Towards the end of the 18th century, these dogs were pure bred and increased in number leading to the counthead of Throatholm from which the breed has inherited its name. After World War II, the breed became virtually extinct, but around 1975, a group of committed people, later organized as The Society for the Reconstruction of the Broholler Breed, supported by the Danish Kennel Club, Started the work of reviving the breed.
In 1998, the Brelher breed was officially accepted by the International Breed Registry, FCI. As of 2009, Broholar was found only in Denmark and some other European countries. Then in June of the same year, the first Danish Danish matiff named Honor was imported to the United States by Kathy Kimith of the Broulher Club, USA. Since then, interest in the breed has increased.
Beyond regular weekly grooming, an occasional bath will keep your brow hair clean and look its best. Grooming can be a wonderful bonding experience for you and your dog. Regularly trim strong, fast-growing nails with a nail clipper or grinder to prevent overgrowth, splitting, and breakage. The ear should be examined regularly to avoid a buildup of wax and debris, which may result in infection. The teeth should be brushed regularly.
As with all breeds, initial socialization and puppy training classes are recommended. This breed has a reputation for being difficult at home. However, in every other case, it is very easy to train them. For example, they like to perform tricks and learn new ones quickly. They respond very well to training based on positive rewards rather than harsh or negative methods. This breed is required to live with its family and is likely to result in undesirable behavior if it is regularly left alone for long periods of time.
Exercise options include playing time in the backyard, preferably fenced, or taking a walk several times a day. Exercise can also come in the form of indoor activities, such as playing hide and seek, chasing a rolled ball along the floor, or teaching them new tricks. Some outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, recovering balls or flying discs can provide a good outlet to expend energy. Training for dog sports such as agility, obedience and rally can also be a great way to give your dog exercise.
Broler should perform well on high quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your veterinarian. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, fresh water must be available at all times.
Most Brolhammars are healthy dogs. Working with a responsible breeder who owns Broholmer can get the education they need to know about specific health concerns within the breed. Good breeders use health screening and genetic testing of their breeding stock to reduce the likelihood of disease in their puppies.