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Take the speed and tenacity of the Fighting Dog of Cordoba; add the keen senses and hunting instincts of the Pointer; throw in the perkiness and gentle disposition of the Boxer; add the majestic size of the Great Dane; pour in the Bull Terrier's courage; mix in the large chest and boldness of a Bulldog; add the Irish Wolfhound's finely-tuned wild game hunting instincts. To this add the strong jaws of the Dogue de Bordeaux. | |||
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Dogo Argentino -
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A Recipe for the Perfect Dog
Brief Historical History: The breed originated in the province of Cordoba, in the central region of the Republic of Argentina. It's creator was Dr. Antonia Nores Martinez. In 1928, his passion for dogs led him to set the basis and a standard for the Dogo Argentino. He methodically cross-bred several pure breeds with the "old fighting dog from Cordoba" and after several generations obtained the first "family" of dogos. The dog was considered a fighting dog, an activity embraced by all the social classes, but the breed soon demonstrated great hunting skills and quickly became an excellent "big game hunting dog". In time, the adaptability of this dog has made it a noble companion and loyal protector of those it loves. It's strength, tenacity, bravery and keen sense of smell has made it one of the best dogs used for hunting wild boar and other predators. It's stability, balance and excellent athletic muscles allow it to endure long treks over rugged terrain and then fight fiercely with it's pursued prey. In 1964, the Federacion Cinologica Argentina recognized the breed and, in 1973, the Federation Cynologique Internationale accepted it as the first and only Argentinian breed. Thanks to the dedication of Dr. Augustin Nores Martinez, brother and successor of it's creator, we as recipients of this legacy now enjoy the company of dogos.
withers. Appropriate weight should be approximately 100 to 115 pounds. It is heavy-boned and incredibly muscular, with a large head, strong neck and deep, broad chest giving the appearance of incredible strength. The Dogo's coat is short, thick and white in color, giving a striking appearance and allowing for the dog to function well in hot and cold climates. Maturity is slow reaching full size between 2 and 3 years of age. It's gait is agile and firm, responding with quick reflexes. At full gait, the dogo displays all of it's powerful energy.
protectors of the family. They are very social and like to be included in all family activities. Dogos enjoy their human companions and are happiest when close to their owners. Socialization is paramount at an early age so that the dogo develops a social history that includes all of it's family members allowing it to distinguish between who is acceptable and who is not. Strangers unknown to the dogo can be perceived as a danger to the family and will not be allowed to enter the confines of it's territory, and may well be considered an intruder. The human owner should always accompany any new persons entering the domain. Puppies are fun-loving clowns and will entertain you while on their magical boar hunts. Everything is a wild boar to a puppy, be it a stuffed toy or another puppy. Life is one big boar hunt with lots of food and a warm bed when the hunt is over. 
Training: The intelligence and sensitivity of the Dogo make it an easy dog to housetrain and obedience train. Obedience training is great fun to a dogo, and they usually catch on after being shown one time. They are then ready for a new game. They are responsive to positive reinforcement and motivation training, and are eager to please. A dogo does not seem to understand harsh treatment, force training or an unpleasant attitude in humans and can become stubborn when exposed to such behavior. Fun is the name of their game. This is an intelligent, primitive-thinking breed and they are quick to size-up their humans. The dogo is quite happy to let their human be the authority figure in their lives. It is therefore important that you become "pack leader" from the first moment. This is best done with love rather than force.
Care: The dogo invented grooming with a brush. A rubber brush rubbed over the dogo's body will keep the coat in good condition and serve to remove any loose hairs. It may well induce purring. Brush the teeth, trim the toenails and clean the ears. Add the occasional bath, and you have a happy dog. A white-coated dog is more susceptible to sunburn, and you may carefully apply sunscreen to the areas around the nose. It is important that any dog have access to plenty of fresh water at all times, especially during hot weather, and your dogo must never be left outside or exposed to extremes in temperature. Regular exercise will keep your dogo in good condition, and will preserve the beautiful muscle tone that is predominant in this breed.
