8. Gamekeepers who hunted birds for leisure in the 1800s wanted a dog that didn't actually

exist, so they mated a mastiff and a bulldog to get the qualities that they wanted. Mastiffs were

big and strong. They were also good companions, but they lacked speed and aggression. The

bulldog however was aggressive and fast, but lacked in strength. Through mating, they

eventually produced a bullmastiff, which was large, quick, strong and aggressive.

This technique is known as

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Allison Costa

15 August, 14:16

8. Gamekeepers who hunted birds for leisure in the 1800s wanted a dog that didn't actually

exist, so they mated a mastiff and a bulldog to get the qualities that they wanted. Mastiffs were

big and strong. They were also good companions, but they lacked speed and aggression. The

bulldog however was aggressive and fast, but lacked in strength. Through mating, they

eventually produced a bullmastiff, which was large, quick, strong and aggressive.

This technique is known as

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Anton Morrison · Answer 1

Selective breeding by controlled mating

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This technique is used by scientists, breeders, and more. In order to study and breed selected types of animals/plants to get and bring out the ideal traits they're looking for as your statement said.