
Find a Reputable Breeder
PURCHASE FROM REPUTABLE MASTIFF BREEDERS
The best way to get a healthy, happy, quality Mastiff puppy is to purchase one directly from a reputable breeder. Reputable breeders put the welfare and improvement of the breed above their desire for financial gain. Reputable breeders will take back or replace a puppy who is found to have a congenital defect.
We recommend that all Mastiff breeders health test their Mastiffs. However, the club cannot mandate its members to do so. Therefore, we advise all potential buyers to thoroughly screen your breeder before purchasing a puppy.
Members in good standing with the MCOA can opt to be listed below.
QUESTIONS TO ASK BREEDERS
How long have they been involved with Mastiffs?
How many Mastiffs do they currently have?
What breed clubs do you belong to?
At a minimum, they should belong to the MCOA and/or a regional Mastiff club, thus exhibiting an interest in supporting the future and direction of the breed, as well as being willing to place themselves under the oversight of their peers through the mechanism of the club's Code of Ethics.
Can they provide references from previous puppy buyers?
Disclaimer: The Mastiff Club of America (MCOA) maintains a breeder listing of MCOA members. The Breeder’s List is published solely as a reference. The MCOA does not recommend, guarantee, endorse, examine, or rate breeders, kennels, or dogs. Buyers beware in all instances. It is the buyer’s responsibility to confirm registration, health claims, awards or certificates, quality, and stud/puppy agreements with the breeder or stud owners before making any decision.
The MCOA and its officers assume no responsibility for the quality, health, or temperament of any dog. All warranties, guarantees, and promises are between buyer(s) and sellers(s). The MCOA promotes and expects fairness in all buyer-seller relationships. We reserve the right to refuse or withdraw listings of breeders who are in violation of our Code of Ethics and/or are not in good standing with the MCOA.