The Dogo, also known as the Dogo Argentine or the Argentine Mastiff, means Bulldog in Spanish. In South America, the Dogo is one of the most excellent breeds, when they were bred to guard estates or capture wild animals. There were many cougars and wild boars in Spain at that time, and people at that time were often threatened with life and property because of these two creatures. Therefore, people urgently need an animal that can match them to protect human beings, and the Dogo came into being. So what's so special about this dog?

The Dogo is an ordinary bulldog, with a strong and powerful body, balanced proportions and tall stature. The overall appearance is very harmonious , energetic, thanks to its strong muscles, not too loose subcutaneous tissue, and tough, elastic skin that adheres to it. It walks with firmness and lightness, demonstrates its witty and quick adaptability, and its behavior The way also exposes its optimistic nature. Its amazing white and beautiful appearance, kindness and love of life and human nature make it easy for him to gain the favor of people.

【Characteristics of the Dogo】

1. Proportion

The Dogo has a medium head, lips and snout The length of the hips is equal to the length of the skull, and the height of the shoulders is equal to the height of the hips. The depth of the chest is 50% of the height of the shoulders, and the length of the body is about 10% longer than the height of the body.

2. Head

The Dogo's head looks strong and powerful without sharp edges and corners. The top of the head has what appears to be a concave spherical surface. The main reason is that their masticatory muscles and neck are relatively developed. And they also have some depressions on their faces, and a strong bow is formed where the head and neck are connected.

3. Muzzle

The mouth has a less pronounced outline, like the transition from the spherical skull to the slightly concave front. Viewed from the side, the brow bone protrusion creates a clear line. The child has wide nostrils. The nose is black, slightly upturned forward and ends within the outline of the outer arc of the muzzle. Viewed from the side, the front of the nose is a vertical vertical line, flush with or slightly protruding from the edge of the maxilla. The muzzle is strong, slightly longer than deep, very broad, with a slightly convergent edge. The nasal bone line is slightly concave, which is one of the characteristics of almost all Dogos.

4. Eyes

Eyes are dark or hazel, covered by black pigmented eyelids, and lack of melanin is not a disadvantage. Almond-shaped, medium Height, the distance between the eyes needs to be large. Overall, the eyes must be alert, lively, and at the same time have a firm expression, especially in males.

【Dogo Dog Breeding】

1. Habits

Dogo Dog is lively, frank, humble, friendly , a dog that does not bark excessively and can be aware of its own power. It shouldn't be aggressive, that's something to keep in mind. Its sense of dominance makes it constantly fight other dogs of the same sex for its territory, especially the male Dogo. As a hunter, it is intelligent, quiet, brave and fearless, suitable as a guard dog and suitable for urban breeding.

2. Feeding

In order to avoid the problem of Dogo dogs being picky eaters, Dogo dogs should be trained to develop stable eating habits since childhood. The frequency of meals is recommended to be four times a day three months ago, three times a day for three to eight months, and two times a day for more than eight months. For example, during meals, let dogs develop the habit of concentrating on meals. If the meal is not finished within 30 minutes, the feed will be put away and provided until the next meal time; It's a bad habit of eating if you want, and having to eat later if you don't want to.