The Dogo Argentino is a huge hunter breed that shows off a white coat and well-muscled body and which came from Argentina. This dog is also fondly called the Argentine Dogo and Argentinean Mastiff. Around the world, the Dogo Argentino is known as an outstanding big-game hunter that hunts even cougars and boars.
Moreover, the Dogo Argentino is an accomplished tracker, search and rescuer, narcotics detector, military and police dog, and most of all, a loyal and loving family companion. Because of intelligence and reliability, the Dogo Argentino is also being used as a service animal, guide dog, and more. In other parts of the world, this dog is being used to fight other dogs in the bloody sport of dog baiting.
The Dogo Argentino is differentiated through its short and white coat, large smooth and muscular body, and powerful and athletic stance. It weighs 80 to 100 pounds and stands 23.5 to 27 inches in height. The ears are cropped, do not hang and are close to the skull while the tail is low, thick from the base and narrows down to the tip.
Even though it looks gigantic and powerful, the Dogo Argentino makes a wonderful pet for it is extremely loyal and loves to receive love and attention from the family. It is also very patient and tolerant with children since it has low body sensitivity and has a high pain tolerance. However, just like the rule for every other breed, children should not be left alone playing with them.
The coat of the Dogo Argentino is single coated, easy to clean and does not have a doggy smell. This dog is sensitive to very cold temperatures and sheds a fair amount. The nails of the Dogo Argentino tend to grow rather quick and thus regular clipping should be done.
At an early age, the Dogo Argentino should be trained to obey and socialize in order for him to be sociable around other dogs and animals when he grows older. Without proper training, this dog may become domineering towards other dogs and this might cause conflicts. Also, the Dogo Argentino is a natural guard dog since it protects and guards its property against any intruders.
The Dogo Argentino is not intended to be kept in a small fenced yard because its natural instinct is to hunt. The activities suited for this dog are those that utilize his hunting urges such as tracking, trailing, and dog sports. Saying this, it is clear that the Dogo Argentino should only be kept by people who are active themselves and understands the hunting drives of this breed.
In 1930's, the Dogo Argentino has been developed by Antonio Nores from the extinct Cordoba Fighting Dog and some other fine breeds. These fine breeds are the Boxer, Great Dane, Spanish Mastiff, Bull Terrier, Great Pyreneees, Pointer, Irish Wolfhound, and more. It was Dr. Zebellos of Las Pampas Kennels who introduced the Dogo Argentino to the US and until this day, this kennel is a prime breeder of Dogo Argentinos.
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