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90 GUIDE T O BREED S

ST. MIGUEL CATTLE DOG

DEFENSIVE WITH STRANGERS, THIS GUARD DOG NEEDS AN OUTDOOR WORKING LIFE FCI

Height range Also known as the Azores Cattle Dog,
19–24 in (48–60 cm) this robust cattle herder and guard dog Short, smooth,
Weight range originally came from the Azorean island of fawn-brindle coat
44–77 lb (20–35 kg)
São Miguel. The breed is quiet and obedient Thick, slightly
Life span About 15 years with a trusted owner but needs careful curved, high-set tail
Origin Portugal handling and early socializing where
children or strangers are concerned.

Triangular,
drop ears
Other colors
Wide mouth with
powerful jaws
Gray brindle
White marking
on chest

Oval feet

CANE CORSO

THIS POWERFUL BUT GRACEFUL DOG NEEDS AN EXPERIENCED HANDLER AKC

Height range Descended from Roman fighting dogs, the Cane Corso is now Typical
24–27 in (60–68 cm) used mainly for guarding and tracking. More graceful in build mastiff-shaped
head
Weight range than many types of mastiff, this is nonetheless
88–110 lb (40–50 kg)
an extremely strong and robust breed.
Life span 10–11 years It can make a good house dog, but Short, glossy,
black coat
Origin Italy experienced and responsible
ownership is essential.

Loose
hanging
Other colors flews

Gray Stag-red Fawn coat Puppy
Powerful body

Brindle Dark
muzzle
May have white
markings.

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