Help identifying my puppy's breed

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Hi there, I’m trying to find out what breed my puppy is. He’s 5 months old, already weighs 27kg (around 4st 3lb) and stands 68cm at the shoulder. I know many people think he’s an Amstaff, but I think he’s way too big for his age to be one. He’s definitely a crossbreed, but I don’t know who the father was. His mother was a medium-sized Malinois cross, but he looks nothing like her, so he must have taken after his dad. People have often suggested Amstaff, Pitbull, Cane Corso etc., but I’d love to get some opinions from people who know their stuff. His pet passport says 'mixed breed' and he also has a dewclaw on every leg. Thanks for your replies. Help identifying my puppy's breed

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    • ProvetoJuniorConseil
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    Hi, I’m a vet student. Looking at this photo, your puppy definitely shows a mastiff-type build, but it’s impossible to pinpoint his exact crosses based on appearance alone. At five months old, his physical appearance is still going to change a lot; his weight, height, and dewclaws aren’t enough to determine his breed for sure. The term “mixed breed” essentially means he doesn’t have a recognised pedigree, and while a DNA test might provide some clues about his ancestry, it isn't definitive. Just a word of caution: in the UK, if a dog physically resembles a prohibited “type”—such as a Pit Bull Terrier—they could be subject to the Dangerous Dogs Act, regardless of what is written in their pet health record. I would therefore recommend asking your vet for a breed assessment once he’s more developed to officially clarify his situation.

    Best regards,

    Romane

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    Docline
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    Or alternatively, you could just put all the info you have into Google's AI; you’ll probably get a fairly relevant response.
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    Kikaah
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    He’s a big lad, isn’t he! ^^ Cane Corso is a possibility, or maybe a Staffie or a Beauceron… If you’re really curious, you could always do a DNA test. They cost around £45, maybe a bit more I’m not entirely sure, but it’ll give you a more accurate answer.
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