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WORKING DOGS

Dogo Canario Dogo Argentino

HEIGHT 22–26in (56–66cm) Brindle HEIGHT 24–27in (60–68cm)
WEIGHT 88–143lb (40–65kg) WEIGHT 79–99lb (36–45kg)
LIFE SPAN 9–11 years May have white markings. LIFE SPAN 10–12 years

Bred in the Canary Islands in the early 19th century as a Originating in the 1920s in Cordoba, Argentina, the Dogo
fighting dog, the Dogo Canario is believed to include the Mastiff Argentino was the creation of a local doctor who wanted a dog
(see p.93) in its ancestry. Difficult to train and socialize, a Dogo for hunting large game. Breeding from old fighting dogs such as
Canario is manageable if the owner understands and controls mastiffs and the Bulldog (see p.95) produced this new dog. The
the dog’s dominant nature. Early socialization is essential. Dogo Argentino has a kind temperament but can be overprotective.

Darker muzzle
Tail extends Short Drop ears
to hock coat Body length
White exceeds leg length

Characteristic
slightly concave
muzzle
Square
head with
Pronounced powerful jaw
dewlap
Muscular Short coat
body
Strong
Fawn neck with
Large, round, Round feet skin folds
catlike feet
at throat

Fila Brasileiro Uruguayan Cimarron

HEIGHT 24–30in (60–75cm) Any solid color HEIGHT 22–24in (55–61cm) Fawn
WEIGHT Over 88lb (40kg) WEIGHT 73–99lb (33–45kg)
LIFE SPAN 9–11years LIFE SPAN 10–13 years Fawn coats may have black shading.

Bred to guard large estates and livestock, the Fila Brasileiro The ancestors of this breed were dogs brought into Uruguay
does not fear intruders of any kind. Huge but beautifully by Spanish and Portuguese colonists and crossed with local dog
proportioned, this dog exudes confidence and determination. breeds. Bred by farmers in the remote area of Cerro Largo, the
Although the Fila Brasileiro is kind and quiet within a family, Uruguayan Cimarron was used for guarding and herding. Like
the average owner may find the breed’s hunting and protective many working dogs, a Uruguayan Cimarron kept as a companion
instincts difficult to manage. needs an experienced owner.
Well-defined Triangular ears
Large, eyebrows with rounded tips
Short, drop ears
smooth coat
Brindle Thick tail Brindle
reaches hocks
Loose, thick Deep chest with
skin on throat
Massive, white markings
broad head
Strong,
Broad chest with powerful jaws
white markings

Forelegs
more heavily Close-fitting,
boned than short-haired coat
hind legs
Rounded,
catlike feet
White
markings
on feet

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