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Dogo Argentino Champions
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Pronunciation:
dawg-o ahr-juhn-tin-o
Breed Description:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog is a large sized breed of dog that should be massive in proportion without appearing flabby or overweight. This is a breed that is pure muscle and there should be an appearance of an athletic breed with plenty of stamina. The body should be slightly longer than it is tall and the top line should be level. The tail is long and tapers to a point while the head is large, massive in size and shape with a strong, full jaw. The ears are naturally folded forward but many owners opt to crop the ears to stand erect.
The coat of the Dogo Argentino should be short and thick. It should cover the dog completely and should be hard in texture and shiny. The coat of the Dogo Argentino should be white without any markings, although a black spot on the head is seen on occasion.
Temperament:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog is a very affectionate and loyal breed and it is often surprising how sweet and friendly this breed can be despite their appearance. They are usually very good with children and tend to be patient and gentle with them. The breed loves being with their family and are usually very protective of them. They do need a firm owner who can give consistent training and they are not recommend for new or timid owners. This is a strong dog and they will take over the role of alpha in the house if they are allowed to. Despite this, the Dogo Argentino is usually laid back and playful. They can learn to accept other pets but socialization is very important since they can be aggressive.
Height:
The average height for a Dogo Argentino is between 24 to 27 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Dogo Argentino is between 80 to 100 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog is considered to be a very hardy breed and does not have any known health problems at this time.
Living Conditions:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog can live anywhere, including apartments if they are properly exercised. They should not live outdoors since they can suffer from aggression problems if they are left on their own too much.
Exercise:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog is an active breed and they really do need a lot of exercise. Expect to give them about 60 minutes of exercise each day or about three very long walks. They make excellent jogging companions.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a week.
Origin:
The Dogo Argentino breed of dog is a fairly young breed and it was actually developed in the early 1920's in Argentina. In fact, the breed can trace its origins back to Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez and Agustin Marinez, both of whom were looking to great a hunting and guarding dog. The pair crossed several breeds to create the Dogo Argentino including the Great Pyrenees, Dogue de Bordeaux, Spanish Mastiff, Bull Terrier, Dog of Cordoba, Irish Wolfhound, Bulldog, Pointer Boxer, Great Dane and the Spanish Mastiff. The result was a hard working guarding and hunting dog. Despite its use for the former, the Dogo Argentino faced extinction after the breed was used in dog fights making it a restricted breed in several countries. Currently, the breed is proving that it is a well rounded and versatile breed that can be used in a range of capacities including as a service breed. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
