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| Breed Group : | Miscellaneous Class |
| Weight : | male: 90-100 lbs (30 - 40.8 kg ) ; female : 80-90 lbs ( 30 - 40.8 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 24.5-27.5 inches ( 61-70 centimeters ); female: 23.5-26 inches (60-66 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Dogo Argentino also called the Argentinian Mastiff is one of the large dog breeds that is muscularly built and is mainly used in hunting game. The Dogo Argentino puppy is amazingly a cross breed of more than two dog breeds: the Bulldog, Bull Terrier, Spanish Mastiff, Great Pyrenees, the Boxer, to name a few. Dogo Argentinos are good working dogs and are also great hunting companions. |
| Breed Character Information : | Dogos (short for Dogo Argentinos) have the faithfulness and the great affection that a lot of people are looking for in pets. Dogos have a naturally territorial as well as protective instinct which would make them good watch dogs/guard dogs. If you want them to get along with small dogs, or any other dogs, you should socialize Dogos as early as their puppy stages. |
| Breed Coat Information : | This Dogo Argentino dog breed is simply covered in a sleek, white coat. The short white coat has no undercoat. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | The Dogo Argentino is very eager to please as well as a dog with a pleasant disposition as mentioned in the Dogo Argentino Breed information’s. If you are looking for a pet that is really easy to train, then the Dogo Argentino is one of the best choices. As a family pet, it would love to be cuddled. It will also love to play with kids as well as other household pets. Remember to socialize them early as Dogo Argentinos would become aggressive to other dogs, large or small dogs without proper socialization/introductions. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | Your Dogo Argentino can adapt to apartment dwelling for a slong as it is given regular exercise and enough attention. If you don’t have much time then better not take care of a Dogo Argentino as it is a dog that will hate being alone as well as ignored. Dogo Argentinos are really in need of quality time with their owners. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Regular long walks and even jogging activities would serve as an exercise for your Dogo Argentino. Dogo Argentino Breed information’s also mentioned that it loves a sense of adventure so taking it hiking would also be a good idea. |
| Breed Care Information : | Grooming a Dogo Argentino is really very easy and you will be glad to know that its single coat smells fine without the usual foul odor that other dogs have. You just have to make sure to trim the nails regularly. The Dogo Argentino sheds only averagely. The lifespan of a healthy Dogo would last until twelve years. Take note though that the thin coat of a Dogo Argentino makes it prone to developing sunburns. |
| Breed Training Information : | The Dogo Argentino needs a consistent and firm trainer who uses positive training techniques during sessions. Harsh or heavy handed methods will not really work. It is best to shower Dogo Argentinos with treats or praises during training sessions to motivate or encourage them to listen as well as to follow the things being taught. |
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