Description: The Dogue Brasileiro is a muscular breed that exudes speed and strength. Its body is structured well with strong bones, and the thick skin is relatively loose but with no dewlap. The neck is strong and slightly arched, and the shoulders and arms are strong and muscular, ending in catlike feet.

Dynamics: The Dogue Brasileiro has a balanced personality and are sweet-tempered. It gets along very well with children and is loyal to its family. This bread is affectionate and very eager to please. This breed is also brave and courageous, making an excellent watchdog and guard dog. Generally, this breed is not aggressive.

Breed Group: Guard

Weight: males 55-88 pounds (25-40 kg) females 48-81 pounds (22-37 kg)

Height: males 21-23 inches (55-60 cm) females 20-22 inches (53-57cm)

Color: The Dogue Brasileiro’s coat comes in any variations or combinations of colors.

Country of Origin: The Dogue Brasileiro comes from Brazil, where it was first bred during the 1980s. It comes from the line of the Bull Terrier and the Boxer.

Activities: This is a very active breed and therefore needs a lot of exercise to exhaust its energy. This breed is mainly used as a watchdog or a guard dog, and most especially a family companion.

Grooming: The Dogue Brasileiro is very easy to groom because of its short hair. An occasional combing and brushing will be enough.

Other Info: The Dogue Brasileiro has a life expectancy of 12-13 years. It will be fine living in an apartment as long as it is taken outdoors from time to time and exercised sufficiently.

Tags: boxer, bull, dogue brasileiro, guard

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