I have the pleasure of loving and being loved by a English Mastiff. She is my companion,(medical)friend,soul mate and face cleaner all in one.We have a large family with grandchildren, they all agree she is the #1 body pillow and monster chaser around. Her huge head and even larger mouth is gentler then a snowflake when it comes to wiping tears away from a crying adult or child. I do believe all Giant breeds have this nature about them. We do have other dogs, 4 Boston Terriers in fact. They think they are Mastiffs and I know as she climbs into my lap all 208lbs of her she thinks she is a Boston. PS. Her weight is not a problem, as always under Vet care , she is just a Big Baby. Sloppy Kisses to all gj