“Performance and ability is of no consequence in dogs that will never have to prove more than a lineage.”

Function Forged through time.

Over the last two centuries, society’s relationship with dogs has changed. Industrialization reshaped the world — and with it, the role of the mastiff-type dog. The versatile hunting and farm companions that once guarded flocks and coursed game were replaced by specialists: guardians of goods rather than partners in work. As the need for subsistence dogs faded, so did the expectation of versatility, intelligence, and grit that once defined them.

What survived of those dogs was too often reformed for the show ring instead of the field. In chasing uniformity, we lost much of what made these breeds indispensable — clarity of mind, intensity of drive, and the ability to think and perform under pressure. At SavantK9, we work to restore that purpose. Our dogs are bred, raised, and tested with the same standards that once proved their worth — not for trophies, but for trust, stability, and ability.

The Modern Alaunt

The Savant Alaunt continues a legacy of function redefined for today’s world. Built upon a mastiff foundation, strengthened with bulldog tenacity, and refined through sighthound athleticism, it’s a deliberate fusion of form and function. Typically standing 27–29” and weighing 90–110lbs, these dogs reflect the “Alaunt Veauntre” — the historical running mastiff — powerful but agile, driven yet steady. They think before they act. Their instincts are quick, their confidence absolute. In the field, their intelligence and predatory focus shine through: calculating pursuit angles, reading movement, adapting on the fly. At home, their mastiff roots reveal calm composure — deeply loyal, intuitive, and protective without instability. The bulldog influence brings courage and resilience; the sighthound adds grace, economy of motion, and a physical design shaped by nature itself. The result is a capable, thinking dog — strong, athletic, and genuinely companionable.

The Experience

We breed with intention — health, stability, drive, and discernment at the forefront. Our dogs aren’t designed for everyone, but for those willing to meet them halfway: handlers who value structure, clarity, and honest work. Even first-time owners can succeed with commitment and guidance, and every Savant Alaunt home receives lifetime support and a two-year health guarantee.

These dogs are more “animal” than ornament — powerful, intelligent, and deeply aware. Handled properly, they’re among the most rewarding companions you’ll ever own: calm, respectful, and capable of matching your energy in any environment.

Our Standard

The The Savant K9 program exists for those who expect more than appearance — for those who want purpose they can feel.
If you value performance as much as pedigree, and believe a dog should be as capable as it is beautiful, the Savant Alaunt stands as proof that heritage and precision can coexist.

This is our answer to the modern man: a civilized working dog of heritage and intensity, created for those who demand more.