This big beast of a dog might be the fastest dog in the course.

That is if you believe in the thought that “slow is smooth, smooth is fast”. A dog took this line way too seriously when he joined a contest in Denver Colorado.

Will he make it on time or will he manage to convince the judges that it’s not that he’s slow, it’s just that everyone is not stopping to enjoy the scenery?

Zeus is one of the agility track competitors at the Rocky Mountain Cluster Dog Show.

The Bullmastiff was recorded running the course, with “running” being the subjective part of this race. You see, Zeus has a very specific way of running obstacle courses. For him, being athletic meant doing a lot of precise calculations, extra precautions, and a whole lot of charm.

The minute-long video showed the lumbering giant go through the different obstacles that were laid out on the track. Instead of a sprint, however, much like the dogs who understood what “agility” meant, Zeus took his time crawling into accordion tunnels.

A bar hurdle? Let him just skip over that with the least effort possible. Weaving cones? Walk on zig-zag. Other dogs may have finished the course in less time, but can they all say that they’ve captured the hearts of the crowd?

There’s much to learn in Zeus’ performance.

Sometimes, it’s not always about the destination or how fast you’ll get there. Because for Zeus, it’s all about the journey and how well you do it. No rush, no pressure, just a beast of a dog taking his sweet time.

Some may argue that he shouldn’t have competed but that’s the beauty of these competitions. It’s open to all dogs just as long as they finish the course.

But can Bullmastiffs run the course if they tried?

With their weight playing around 100 to 130 pounds and height standing at around 27 inches at the shoulder, not likely.

But what they lack in speed they make up for strength and endurance. They are also regarding one of the best guard dogs even if they can’t zoom past thieves.

In fact, the whole breed was created so that wealthy families can protect their properties, most especially from those who steal game.

Besides the inability to run fast, Bullmastiffs also prefer to be quiet. They don’t bark as much and have an affinity towards couches and dog beds. And while it may seem like a bad trait for a guard dog, their breed can track intruders quietly and overwhelm them with sheer force.

While their performance on the track can “vary” at best, Zeus still did a great job.

He may not be the fastest one over the hurdles but he’s definitely the quickest when it comes to capturing the hearts of many.

After all, his accomplishment in the contest stands as a testament to his training, that even if he’s lagging behind, he knew what to do and when to do them. Zeus definitely showed ‘em!

Watch how this beast gives a different meaning to “slow and steady wins the race”.

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Source: YouTube – Hans Watson, American Kennel Club, Daily Mail UK