Argentine Dogo Breed Description

An Owner's Dogo Argentino Description
Spotless was a dog that I thought I could handle easily enough. After all, I've owned my share of dogs before, and training them was easy. But Spotless has such a mind of his own that I now conclude he really would have done best with an experienced dog handler. It's not that he's a bad or unruly dog; it's just that he can be so strong tempered that my style of discipline seems to fall on deaf ears. Which, by the way, I found out later that about ten percent of this breed is born deaf.

But Spotless can hear just fine, albeit selectively. His strong will is probably closely tied to his high energy level, along with his frustration of not being able to work as he was really bred to do. Anyway, now I can see the value of professional training, for us both. I've learned that different breeds respond to different techniques. And though I wanted a unique breed and something different, I really should have learned more and then dealt directly with a reputable breeder.

I must say in his defense that he has mellowed quite a bit as he's matured. Now he'll acquiesce with a little less urging from me. In spite of his difficult nature, and what appears to be fits of anger at times, he has really grown on me. We have learned to stay busy and exercise daily and to find new things to do, which has helped me to mature and stay trim, too!

 

 

Introduction

Also known as Dogo Argentino or Argentinean Mastiff, they are a muscular, yet graceful dogs of Mastiff stock with very strong jaws. These dogs have a white, short, sleek, glossy, thick coats with no undercoat. The coat is easy to care for with no doggy odor. Initially this imperious and impressive breed was bred to hunt in packs. They are loyal to family, playful and intelligent. These dogs are good with children and love to kiss and cuddle. They weigh 80 to 100 lbs. and stand 24-27" at the shoulders. This breed requires plenty of exercise. Contact the dog breeders below for your next family friend.

Colors

White

Living Area

This breed will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised and does best with at least an average-sized yard.

Recognized By

FCI, NKC, APRI, ACR, ACA, DRA, BBC

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