Babies are beautiful, families are created despite imperfection, turmoil and trauma, sometimes people are kind, sometimes things can work out, sharing presents is a gift in and of itself, the night sky is magnificent, its mysteries are endless, angels can... Continue reading

From Louise: Another oldie, but a goodie. Story submitted by Mastiff Owner and Foster Mom, Terri Latva: My Grandson, Stone, was born with Trachea Malaysia (basically no airway) and was hospitalized for many months following his birth, but after he... Continue reading

I have stopped accepting new stories, but will keep "A Good Look at Mastiffs" online and available to anyone who wants to know more about this amazing breed. The Table of Contents, with links to each mastiff story, is in... Continue reading

A note from Louise: This story is from 2008, but remains as timely and important today as it was back then. Story submitted by Natalie Allouche: My name is Natalie Allouche and I have 4 English Mastiffs and 4 other... Continue reading

Story submitted by owner, Bonnie Calgaro I had a special love for my first mastiff Samson. We were the best of friends. When he became a senior citizen (in dog years), he was no longer able to jump up on... Continue reading

Thank you to Amy Coglio of Coalhill Mastiffs for sharing George and Sophie's story as told by Sally Wiggin of WTAE-TV, ABC's Pittsburgh Channel 4 here: http://www.thepittsburghchannel.com/video/22662875/detail.html Continue reading

A Word from Joan Hahn, author of Champions, A View of the Mastiff in America (co-author: Judy Powers, 1983) and Grandeur and Good Nature - The Character of the Mastiff (1992): Dear Louise, Yours is truly a beautiful and amazing... Continue reading

Gatehouse Van D Dryvs Lyk A Dream, RN, CGC, TT, TDI May 10, 2007 - July 26, 2010 Breeders: Shannon and Nick Van Duren and Carrie Klaiber Owner and Therapy Partner: Carrie Klaiber Pictured above is Parker with one of... Continue reading