RKS Mastiff
- Pleasanton, TX
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Rick S., the breeder behind RKS Mastiff located in Pleasanton, TX. Our dogs are bred for good Genetic, temperament, and ability. We want to do our part to help restore this magnificent breed, to produce wonderful, DNA TESTED healthy babies, that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes.
Q. & A. with Rick
What makes your program special?
We work with well known mentors in the English Mastiff World to combine best of best in the attempt to restore this magnificent breed to its almost, pre-extinction even. This was caused by WWI & WWIIWhat are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include apricot, fawn, and brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Sunny
Went homeFemale
Tora
Went homeFemale
Goldie
Went homeFemale
Heart
Went homeFemale
BOB
Went homeMale
Maggie
Went homeFemale
Duce
Went homeMale
Angel
Went homeFemale
Mistie
Went homeFemale
Sandra
Went homeFemale
AVAILABLE Codi Bear
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Rick
Rick has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Rick partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“The price includes: dewormers,age appropriate shots,AKC REUNITE microchip, also includes DNA health testing. The deposit is to reserve the baby of your choice.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rick 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 Rick 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 Rick directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rick.
Breeder's location
Meet in Pleasanton, TX
5396 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Antonio Airport
5365 miles away
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More about Rick
Rick has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Rick was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Rick’s links
Rick is a trusted Good Dog breeder
RKS Mastiff 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
Litter and program updates
Rick S.
Litter update on 07 Aug •Daizy is having her babies. First 2 are boys
Dràke and Daizy's litter
Rick S.
Litter update on 30 July •Just wanted to share Daizy's xray. Vet says 12+, we are getting close to he delivering. Just for a reference the panel is 45" tall.
Dràke and Daizy's litter
Rick S.
Litter update on 17 July •Bella's ultrasound today confirmation of pregnancy.
Dràke and Bella's litter
Rick S.
Litter update on 17 July •A ultrasound image of 3 of the babies taken today.
Dràke and Daizy's litter
Rick S.
Program update on 06 July •Daizy's pregnancy is confirmed via ultrasound. She is scheduled for a puppy count xray for July 27,2026.
Rick S.
Program update on 12 June •…We are currently breeding for babies to be born in August 2026. They will have Champion/Grand Champion bloodlines. The two moms will be Daizy and Bella. Once pregnancy is confirmed a ultrasound photo will be published. I will open 2 different announcement page then. All colors possible. All 3 adults have been DNA health tested. Enjoy your summer and keep in touch for updates, or contact me if you would like to be placed on the list for your new baby.
Rick S.
Litter update on 30 Dec 2025 •I decided to share my proof of Sunny"s DNA health testing results. Gensol report is in the photo album of her.
Codi and Penny's litter
Rick S.
Litter update on 25 Dec 2025 •The babies are doing great with learning basic commands. Sunny has a awesome personality.
Codi and Penny's litter
Rick S.
Litter update on 10 Dec 2025 •We started potty training 4 days ago when they moved into their own room. They took to potty pads like old pro's. Of course we have a accident now and then but 98% of the time they make it.
Codi and Penny's litter
Rick S.
Litter update on 03 Dec 2025 •Last night the babies were moved out of our bedroom. We made them and Penny are big pen. The girls are loving it, running around and playing with their toy mobile. Getting really big.
Codi and Penny's litter
Parent dogs
Daizy, mom
Mastiff
About Daizy
Daizy is a female Mastiff. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Bella, mom
Mastiff
About Bella
Bella is a female Mastiff about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Titan, dad
Mastiff
About Titan
Titan is a VERY large, full bodied, athletic built mastiff. He is a big softy, very intelligent baby. Nice square head learns very quickly also helps training others.
Dràke, dad
Mastiff
About Dràke
Dràke is a very loving, easy going boy. He gets along GREAT with everyone. Baby boy is very smart and loves to learn new thing whenever it is presented to him. Has Grand Champion, Champion, International (Hungarian) bloodlines. A great addition to our family and to my breeding program.
Tank, dad
Mastiff
About Tank
Tank is a male Mastiff about 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rick decided to make him part of their program. Rick 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Penny, mom
Mastiff
About Penny
Penny is a loving,protective, velcro baby. No matter where i am or I go she wants to be there. She LOVES playing in tall grass. A very nice thick bodied girl.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Codi, dad
Mastiff
About Codi
Codi is a very good natured boy. He love being the center of attention. Geats along great with small dogs and other non aggressive fur babies. Codi's profile and bodystyle is the epidamy of the "Original" English Mastiff.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Angel, mom
Mastiff
About Angel
Angel is a female Mastiff. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Gina, mom
Mastiff
About Gina
Both her brindle and reverse brindle babies have all been chimera coloring, one side lighter brindle and one side a darker brindle
Uploaded health tests
Star, mom
Mastiff
About Star
Star is a female Mastiff. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Junior, dad
Mastiff
About Junior
Junior is a male Mastiff. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rick decided to make him part of their program. Rick 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Sterling, dad
Mastiff
About Sterling
Sterling is a male Mastiff. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rick decided to make him part of their program. Rick 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.
Parent health testing
RKS Mastiff 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 Mastiffs.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Animal Genetics Panel, Congenital Hypothyroidism with Goiter, Terrier Type (CHG)
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).
