The French Mastiff may look like a menacing mass of wrinkles and drooling jowls, but there's far more to this dog than meets the eye. In fact, owners describe these dogs as real sweethearts. That doesn't mean they're pushovers, though. They are extremely loyal to their people, and they'll do their best to protect them from danger. Even so, the hallmark of this breed is their calm and dependable nature. That's definitely a quality you want in such a powerful canine.