Cão dos Mourey
AKA: n/a
Description: They come in all shades of dark brindle color and the most common for them is the white patch on their chest and some has light white patch on it. Well muscled body and very strong.
Temperament: A very alert breed especially to strangers. They are only devoted to his family. They always guard on their family’s properties. They have the attitude to dominate other dogs. It is required for them to be socialized as early as possible to help them control their attitude and be familiar with people around him. On trainings, they always respond to it since they enjoy. Also, obedience training is a must for them. This breed has gained a lot of self confidence and has a calm disposition. Their movements are free and without any effort they have unsuspecting speed. Yet you can see in his expression that he is calm and confident, very determined and vigilant.
Activity: They enjoy playing tug and chasing ball. They require daily walk for their exercise.
Health: Only Hip Dysplasia because they are large breed and their mastiff lineage. Their life expectancy is about 11-13 years.
Grooming: They are just an average shedder. Bathe them when only neccesary and brush with firm bristle brush. No heavy grooming is required of them.
Breed Group: Working
Color: All shades of Brindle but dark brindle is preferred, a white chest patch and/or slight white on extremities is common.
Height: Males 30 inches (76 cm.) Females 27 inches (68 cm.)
Weight: Males 160-180 pounds (72-81 kg.) females 140-160 pounds (63-72 kg.)
Country Of Origin: Brazil
Dynamics: Cão dos Mourey breed is a very calm dog as long as they are properly trained and socialized to other dogs since they are only devoted to their family and very sensitive to strangers.

