Hoof and Fang Spanish Mastiffs
- Certified Good Dog Breeder
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Hoof and Fang Spanish Mastiffs located in Battle Mountain, NV. We are focused on breeding Spanish Mastiffs who are mentally and physically capable of being effective, nurturing guardian dogs. We are breeders who do everything we can to better the breed and ensure our dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life.
Laura’s experience
About Laura
I was introduced to the Spanish Mastiff in 2012 and fell in love with the breed. I really wanted to preserve the guardian and nurturing abilities inherent in this breed while creating a more physically fit dog.
What makes Laura’s program special
I ask a lot of my dogs. In addition to their guardian duties, they must display stable temperaments under various circumstances, and be able to handle socialization. I expect a certain amount of decision-making and threat assessment skills as this is an important part of a livestock guardians' job. They must pass all health testing, a DNA panel, and hip evaluation through OFA, PennHip, or both.
Puppies
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 5
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 6
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 7
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 8
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 9
Male • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Apr. 22, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 5
Male • Went Home Feb. 18, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Feb. 18, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Feb. 18, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Feb. 18, 2021
Spanish Mastiff
Newborn & upcoming litters
Newborn Spanish Mastiffs from Cabo and Bella
Born Feb. 2021. Ready Apr. 22, 2021
Newborn Spanish Mastiffs from Cabo and Bella
Born Feb. 2021
Ready Apr. 22, 2021
Getting a puppy from Laura
Laura has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices range from $2,500 - $3,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $1,250.
“Price includes the first round of vaccinations, deworming, microchip, and UKC registration. Nonrefundable deposits are accepted after the application approval and birth of puppies.”
Contract and health guarantee
Laura may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Laura offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Laura directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Puppies are taught to walk on a leash, are fully exposed to children of various ages, several livestock species, cats, and small dogs. We also visit the vet and once puppies have received vaccinations, they can make trips to the feed store or other places in town with me. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, and Pack Socialization.
Puppy health practices
All puppies are dewormed per my vets protocol from age 2 weeks. Puppies do not go home until after their 10th week so they can receive a full course of 3 vaccinations. Puppies undergo a check-up and receive health certificates before going home.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Vaccinations, Certificate of Health, and Food Starter Bag.
Bringing your puppy home
Laura offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Battle Mountain, NV or nearby
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
More about Laura
Why Laura started breeding
After owning my first two Spanish Mastiff puppies, and experiencing their unique personalities and realizing they were fabulous livestock guardians, and family guardians as well, I began to look for other breeders in the US. There were only two, and bloodlines were very limited. My hope was to improve the gene pool here and to breed something closer to the real working dogs in Europe.
Laura has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Laura was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Laura is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hoof and Fang Spanish Mastiffs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Meet Laura's parent dogs
All breeds
Spanish Mastiff
Bakira, mom
Spanish Mastiff
About Bakira
Bakira is a female Spanish Mastiff. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Laura decided to make her part of their program. Laura has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Bella, mom
Spanish Mastiff
About Bella
Bella is a female Spanish Mastiff about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Laura decided to make her part of their program. Laura has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel, +2 more
Cabo, dad
Spanish Mastiff
About Cabo
Cabo is a male Spanish Mastiff over 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Laura decided to make him part of their program. Laura has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Parent health testing
Spanish Mastiff
Good level
Hoof and Fang Spanish Mastiffs reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Spanish Mastiffs.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Full Embark Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).