Bringing a giant breed like a Mastiff into your home means more than making a little room on the couch. There are many considerations to take into account to make your home Mastiff-ready.- Most Mastiff owners forego having a coffee table. Aside from the fact that one wag of a Mastiff tail can clear the table, the table makes it difficult for the Mastiff to get on and off the couch.
- The weight of a Mastiff laying on the couch day after day can shorten the life span of the couch considerably. Slipcovers can help but nothing can save the cushions from breaking down. Heavy duty leather seems to be the best bet and is easily wiped down.
- Walls must be scrubbable. Spit flies whenever the Mastiff shakes its massive head. Once dry, the goobers form very interesting 3-dimensional shapes that can lend character to the walls (and ceiling). Should you wish to remove this fine artwork, baby wipes and magic erasers seem to do the trick.
- Mastiffs are very hard on vacuums. While Mastiffs aren’t heavy shedders, it is still alot of dog shedding. Not many vacuums can stand up to the daily collection of hair.
- Slippery floors are a problem for any dog. But a giant such as the Mastiff needs good traction to get up and down without injury. If you have wood, vinyl or tile floors, be prepared to put down throw rugs with non-slip pads.
- There should be a designated spot in each room for a drool towel. This will keep the goober transfer onto clothing rate down.
- It is best to eliminate dry cleanables from any area that the Mastiff hangs out in. Curtains seem to be goober magnets so washable or wipeable materials are a must. Shower curtains can work well!
- The dry cleaning rule applies to the owners clothing as well. It is a good idea to have sticky lint rollers on hand!
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