Other names: Canary Mastiff, Perro de Presa Canario, Canary Mastiff
The Dogo Canario is a molossoid type dog, large in size, rather massive, with well-developed musculature and bones. Rustic and well-proportioned as a whole, the Dogo Canario is also recognizable by its black mask, accentuating the imposing character of this dog. Despite his strong constitution, his movements are agile and flexible, his stride long, allowing him to cover a lot of ground.
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 Hair type |
Short |
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 Origin |
Spain |
 Template |
Giant |
 Head shape |
Square |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
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| Female | From 40 kg to 50 kg | From 56 cm to 61 cm |
| Male | From 50 kg to 60 kg | From 60 cm to 65 cm |
History of the breed
The Dogo Canario breed would have been obtained by crossing the Majorero , a very old cattle dog and native to the Canary Islands (mainly those of Tenerife and Gran Canaria), and molossoid type dogs brought to the archipelago by the Spaniards. . The Dogo Canario quickly proved its worth as a keeper and driver of cattle herds, which helped to significantly increase its numbers on the Canary Islands from the 16th and 17th centuries. The Dogo Canario breed was provisionally recognized by the FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) on June 4, 2001, then definitively on July 4, 2011.
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Physical features
His hair: short, lying flat against the body, fairly rough in texture, almost without undercoat (except possibly on the neck and behind the thighs).
Its color: brindle or fawn in all shades, possibly with white on the chest and at the base of the neck. The mask is still black.
Its head: massive, compact and brachycephalic in appearance. The stop is marked, the nose is large and very black. The jaws are powerful, articulated in scissors.
His ears: moderately large, wide apart, covered with short, fine hair, naturally drooping.
Her eyes: slightly oval in shape, medium size, wide apart, dark to medium brown in color depending on the color of the dress (never light).
His body: writable in a rectangle. The neck is massive, straight and very muscular, the top line straight and well defined, the rump moderately long and rounded (wider in the female), the chest quite ample and well muscled and the ribs well arched.
Its tail: thick at its base and tapering towards its end.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
|---|---|
| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
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| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
The Dogo Canario has all the qualities of a guard dog , being attentive, protective of his master and his family , and naturally suspicious of strangers . It is also traditionally used for driving and herding cattle herds. With a balanced temperament, he is a calm and self-confident dog. Its severe and deep bark is a hallmark of the breed.
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Education
| Clever | |
|---|---|
| Obedient |
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
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| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
The Dogo Canario is aimed at experienced masters , who know how to show firmness in their education . They must also be available to offer him daily exercise and prevent him from getting bored. The Dogo Canario will much prefer to have a large fenced garden than to live in an apartment.
Health
| Solid | |
|---|---|
| Ease of gaining weight |
The Dogo Canario is a rustic and particularly robust dog. Note, however, that it must be protected from difficult climatic conditions , because its simple coat (without undercoat) is not enough to protect it from the cold and bad weather. In addition, the breed exhibits predispositions to diseases such as hip dysplasia, demodicosis (or demodectic mange), osteoporosis and epilepsy.
Hypoallergenic breed
No
Litter size
Between 5 and 10 puppies
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Life expectancy
Minimum: 9 years old
Maximum: 11 years
The life expectancy of a Dogo Canario is, on average, between 9 years and 11 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
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| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
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| Ease of grooming |
The Dogo Canario is a dog that is easy to maintain in terms of hygiene , but has important nutritional needs. It is therefore necessary to ensure that you have the necessary budget before adopting one.
It is recommended to brush the dog once a week and have him take a bath once or twice a year .
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Dogo Canario is between 1000 € and 1200 €.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of a Dogo Canario is between NC and NC.
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
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| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
The Dogo Canario demands daily walks and exercises like any other dog, but it is advisable not to subject it to too intensive activity to preserve its joints.
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Calm |
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FCI Information
FCI No.
346
FCI Group
Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer – Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs and other breeds
Recognized by FCI
Since 2011
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