Am I Required to Get a DOG License for My Bullmastiff? In almost all places, it is required by law that you license your bullmastiff. However, the exact rules do vary based on where you live. For instance, many places not only require that you get your bullmastiff licensed every year, but they also require that you actually keep the license tag on your bullmastiff all the time. Chihuahuas, because of their size, are often treated like babies, but they actually do have something in common with human babies. Chihuahuas are born with a "molera", also known as a soft spot, on their heads, exactly like a human baby. Usually the soft spot closes as the dog matures. Also, in some areas the licensing fee can vary based on a number of factors. In some areas, if the bullmastiff is permanently marked with a tattoo or a micro-chip, you can obtain a license that is valid for the bullmastiff's lifetime, rather than renewing yearly. Other things that can greatly affect the license cost include whether the bullmastiff is a service or guide DOG, whether the bullmastiff is spayed or neutered and whether the owner's income is below a certain amount. Also, some areas offer a multi-dog discount for owners that have several DOGS. Dandie Dinmont is a fictional character in Sir Walter Scott's "Guy Mannering", published in 1814. The main character had mustard and pepper terriers. Although Dandie Dinmont dogs were in existence for many years previously, it is this character that gave the breed their name. The purpose of getting a license for your bullmastiff is simple. It helps animal control officers, or other people that may find your bullmastiff when it is lost, to return the bullmastiff to you. Unlicensed DOGS are much more likely to be put to sleep by animal control. Many owners are now getting their bullmastiffs micro-chipped, but licenses are still a requirement for the simple reason that some vets and shelters do not have access to a micro-chip scanner. German shepherd dogs are great working dogs. They are often used as police dogs, rescue dogs and guides for the blind. In fact, one of them, a guide dog named Orient, once led a blind hiker the entire 2100 mile length of the Appalachian Trail. Obviously it is impossible for DOG licensing laws to be enforced on every single DOG and owner all the time. As a result, if you decide not to license your bullmastiff, it is possible that you may not get caught. However, if your bullmastiff is somehow detected by officials as unlicensed, you will be required to pay high fines. Beagles are known to be extremely social and cheerful dogs. They are expected to be so friendly that, even in dog shows, the judges expect them to be happy. They have points removed in the judging if they look to be unhappy. So, not only is it legally required for a bullmastiff to be licensed in most places, but it's in the owner's and the bullmastiffs best interest because it helps to protect the bullmastiff from getting permanently lost. The greater swiss mountain dog, or swissy, is believed to be a direct descendant of the ancient tibetan mastiff. A versatile dog, the swissy traditionally drove cattle, guarded property, protected human companions and fought in wars.