Everyone knows how one German Mastiff or one Danish mastiff looks. But what about the Canary Mastiffalso Dogo Canario or Presa Canario called?
We suppose: So well known is this breed not yet in this country.
That’s why we present you the Dogo Canario in our following breed portrait now in detail.
Dogo Canario Wanted Poster
Size Male: 60 to 65 cm, Female: 56 to 61 cmWeightMale: 45 to 64 kg, Female: 39 to 54 kgColorsBlack, Mahogany, Blue/Silver, Brown/Chocolate, White, Cream, Sand, DeerMay appear in two tone, tri tone, brindle and merle patterns/coloursLife expectancy9 to 11 yearsOriginSpain/Canary Islandscharacter/temperamentmeek, calm, stubborn, assertive, dominant, suspiciousFCI groupGroup 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer – Molosser – Swiss Mountain Dogs, Section 2.1: Molosser, Great Dane-type dogs, Without working trial
Look
Massive, imposing, muscular and strong – these are just a few of the features that are immediately noticeable in the Dogo Canario.
The stocky body will be from relatively short and strong legs carried.
The Head of the dog is the same moderate like the rest of the body and Its shape is reminiscent of a cube.
The Canary Mastiff is completed by small triangular prick ears and one medium-length, slender tail.
Coat, coat texture & coat colors
The Dogo Canario has short, dense and shiny coat. It can appear in different colors and at the same time both bicolor and tricolor as well as in the Colorations Brindle and Merle.
The colors are also allowed White, Black, Blue/Silver, Brown/Chocolate, Mahogany, Cream, Sand and Fawn.
eye colors
The oval eyes of the Dogo Canario in different shades of grey on. These are depends on the coat color and fall accordingly lighter or darker out of.
Height Weight
Like all dog breeds, the carry Great Dane genesthe Dogo Canario is also many things, but not a dwarf or a flyweight.
males reach a shoulder height of 60 to 65 centimeters and weigh between 45 and 64 kilograms.
Also female are impressive in terms of height and weight.
Here is the height at the withers 56 to 61 centimetersthe weight in turn is between 39 and 54 kilograms.
History & origin of the Dogo Canario
The Dogo Canario comes from Spain, more precisely from the Canary Islands. His ancestors were Spanish mastiffsalso called Alano.
These dogs were particularly popular in the Middle Ages. And their duties included far more than “just” guarding.
In fact it was Alano a so-called war dog.
He was – equipped with a spiked armor – similar to the war horses – and fought at the front line.
These fighting genes can therefore also be found in the Canary Mastiff, which unfortunately is not for nothing in some German federal states as a list dog to be led.
But how did the Spanish mastiff get to the Canary Islands? Quite simply: with the Spanish conquerors, who used the Canary Islands as a stopover on their journeys to the New World.
Crossbred with the Canarian Majoreroemerged from the Alanos so the Dogo Canario, which also goes by the name Perro de Presa Canario is known.
Recognition as a separate breed by the FCI happened very late. This is how the Dogo Canario is only since 2011 accepted.
Nature & character of the Dogo Canario
As with all large dogs, the character of the Dogo Canario is mixed and points by far significantly less aggressive moves up than many might assume.
In fact, the breed is considered very gentle and has one calm temper. Nevertheless, the Canary Mastiff assertive and dominant and owns one stubborn head.
The dominant character is a Character trait that becomes a real problem if it is not raised appropriately for the species can be – especially when the dog meets conspecifics.
attitude & upbringing
You would like to know how the character, temperament and size of the Presa Canario affect it attitude and upbringing affect?
Then just keep reading. 😊
attitude
Big dogs need one thing above all: lots of space. So also the Dogo Canario.
In addition, you should look out for your new roommate bring enough timebecause this fur nose doesn’t quite have it left alone.
One housing is for the Dogo Canario not recommendable.
Instead, he should be in one House with its own garden allowed to live. This should definitely be fenced off so that your furry friend doesn’t explore the area on its own.
Upbringing
You want a Canary Mastiff as beginner dog? Then we say: please don’t do it.
Because the stubborn dog with the dominant and assertive character needs one People who know how to educate and lead them in a species-appropriate manner.
Consistency and a great deal of sensitivity are an absolute must for this fur nose.
The visit of a Puppy or dog school is also a good and sensible idea for the Dogo Canario.
Health & Care
Before you live with a Canary Mastiff, you obviously want everything to do with them Health and care knowledge.
So let’s take a look at what you should pay special attention to here and whether there are any special diseases to consider.
Grooming & General Grooming
Next to the clear coat care other things are in the foreground when it comes to Dogo Canario care.
As with all dogs, the same applies here: One regular check of ears, eyes, teeth and paws can avoid unpleasant inflammation.
Health
As a rule, the Dogo Canario enjoys it a robust health. That this is really the case is initially up to a reputable breeder.
Still, there are some predispositions to diseasewhich can cause problems.
These include the Elbow Dysplasia/ED and the Hip dysplasia/HD as well as cardiovascular diseases and back pain.
Would you like your Canary Mastiff to be able to jump around happily at all times?
Then please pay attention Routine examinations, deworming, parasite prevention and vaccination.
Life expectancy
The life expectancy of the Presa Canario is at 9 to 11 years.
If the dog enjoys a species-appropriate diet and other important things, it can also do this get a little older.
Is the Dogo Canario right for me?
You are assertive, have a good hand with dogs and have a great deal of sensitivity?
Also, do you have a lot of time and maybe work from home so your dog doesn’t have to be left alone often?
Then the Canary Mastiff can the right fur nose be for you
He is also considered to be suitable family dog and therefore gets along with children.
However, these should already a bit bigger to avoid unintentionally stunning incidents.
As already mentioned, the Dogo Canario not suitable as a beginner dog.
Fun facts about the Canary Mastiff
After the many important and interesting facts about the Canary Mastiff here more exciting fun facts to this fur nose.
Sadly, by 1936 the Dogo Canario was being used for dog fights deployed.
This “sport” has been on the Canary Islands since this year officially forbidden. The ban also helped keep the breed from dying out in the 1960s.
If the Dogo Canario is raised incorrectly, it can actually become one killing machine become.
It is forbidden to post the Dogo Canario Australia or New Zealand to import. Keeping this breed is in these not allowed in either country.
The name Perro de Presa Canario means something like «Canary Fang Dog».
A Dogo Canario puppy from a reputable breeder costs from €1,200.
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