When I Google the life expectancy of an English Mastiff, I get anything from 7 years to 10-12 years. When I look up the information according to the AKC, a life expectancy of 6-10 years is indicated.
Though you only shared your life with us for 8 years, you lived 12 long years.
It was a sad day today as we lay you to rest. We found out yesterday that you likely had lung cancer – the vet was extremely confident in that diagnosis from looking at the xrays. This explains the cough you have had for a few months now.
Given your age, Vennlig being gone, and the fact that you were now spending long days home alone … we decided it was best to go ahead and end any suffering you may have.
You will forever be loved and missed.
