Argentine White Mastiff or Dogo Argentino

If you"re looking for a loyal companion that combines strength and grace, the Argentine White Mastiff, or Dogo Argentino, might just be the dog for you. This breed, developed in Argentina for big-game hunting, is known for its impressive physique and protective nature. But there’s so much more to these dogs than their striking appearance.

Not only do Dogo Argentinos have attractive faces, but they are also highly intelligent and eager to please. Because of this, they are very trainable, but early training is crucial. Socialization and consistent guidance will help shape their temperament, ensuring they grow into well-mannered pets. They enjoy being a member of the family and thrive on interaction.

Breed characteristics

Brief description
Origin:	Argentina
Keeping conditions:	In the house or in a spacious apartment
Purpose:	Guard and hunting dogs
Color:	White
Coat length:	Short
Adult dog size:	The size of males varies from 60 cm to 68 cm, and females are slightly smaller from 60 cm to 65 cm
Average life expectancy:	About 15 years
Walking:	2 times a day for about 3 hours
Need for physical activity:	High. Regular training
Classification of the International Cynological Federation (FCI):	FCI – Group 2 (Pinschers, Molossoids, Schnauzers and Swiss Cattle Dogs). Section 2, number 292
Puppy price:	Without a pedigree – 20-30 thousand. rub. From titled parents 50-60 thousand. rub.

History of the origin of the Argentine Dogo

The Argentine Dogo breed is credited to Antonio Nores Martinez. He actively started breeding a unique breed in the twenty-fifth year of the 20th century, one that would be as resilient as possible, capable of participating in dog fights, and both skilled and non-aggressive when hunting.

Spanish mastiffs, Cordoba dogs, bulldogs, bull terriers, German boxers, Irish wolfhounds, Bardos dogs, English pointers, and large white Pyrenees were among the breeds that were included in the selection.

The Argentine Dogo originally made its appearance in the 47th year of the 20th century in its current form. Furthermore, in the sixty-fourth year of that century, the breed gained international recognition.

Distinctive features

• Head has a large size looks powerful, but completely proportional to the body. Outlined by smooth lines, without transitions, with the absence of sharp angles. Together with the neck, it forms a powerful muscular arc. The skull is compact, there is a small bulge in front. The bones of the back of the head protrude moderate.
• Nose black, with wide nostrils. Slightly raised at the tip, has a gradual rise, smoothly transitioning to the muzzle.
• Muzzle elongated, but not flat, but quite wide. Concave at the top.
• Lips look short and thick. Have black pigmentation. Mouth with well-developed jaws. Strong bite, this is a guarantee of the strongest bite and a strong grip. Scissor or pincer bite is allowed. In the cheek area, the muzzle is flat, there are no folds or depressions, the skin is tightly stretched.
• Eyes are almond-shaped and wide-set. Position of medium height. Eye color is dark or hazel. Priority features of the breed include black eyelids, but other colors are also allowed. The look is lively, alert and a little hard.
• Ears are high and wide-set. Often cropped, triangular in shape. Uncropped ears are of medium length, wide, thick, with a rounded tip. The coat in the ear area is smooth, shorter than on the rest of the body. Breed standards allow the presence of small black spots in the ear area, but they should not disturb the harmonious appearance of the animal.
• Body rectangular in shape, powerful. The withers are well developed and slightly protruding.
• Neck looks powerful, strong, covered with elastic skin. In front, there are small folds that hang down a little. The neck area is covered with wool, which is longer than on the rest of the body.
• Chest wide and deep, forms smooth lines from top to bottom. There is a bend in the rib area, which allows the animal to breathe deeply while running. The belly is tucked in.
• Back strong, wide, has a slight slope in the lumbar region, which also has strong muscles.
• The front legs are straight and even. There are no folds or wrinkles in the elbow area. The shoulders look developed and powerful, strong enough, the pads on the paws are black with rough and hard skin.
• The hind legs are located vertically and parallel to each other. The muscles in the hip area are well developed. They are the same as the front ones, only wider and smaller. The gait looks confident and graceful.
• The tail is high-set, quite thick, of good length. When the animal is calm, it hangs down, and during movement it rises slightly, saber-shaped. The coat in the tail area is short and uniform. The length of the coat is no more than 2 cm. At the same time, its characteristics depend on the climate in which the Argentine lives. Accordingly, in hotter conditions, the coat is shorter and thinner. In cold climates, the coat is thicker and has a well-developed undercoat.
• Colors. The breed standards allow only one color – white. At the same time, the presence of noticeable black spots in the area of ​​the ears and eyes is allowed. Black marks should not make up more than 10% of the area of ​​the entire head of the animal.

Photo of an adult dog

Photo of puppies

Characteristics and behavior

These canines are actual combatants. They have a large body. Argentine Dogos are incredibly well-built. Their jaws are strong and well-developed, giving them an intimidating appearance.

But the first view is incorrect. Anyone who has had to interact with an Argentine observes their gentle and submissive nature.

Some people have the ability to be violent and cruel. However, this is more personalized; the owners frequently comment on how amiable and upbeat they are. The majority of people who have interacted with this breed of dogs have only positive things to say about them. bad character traits typically brought about by an inadequate upbringing and education.

Advantages

• Dogs of this breed combine courage, hunting instincts, boundless love for people, as well as many other positive qualities. They say that this is a fighting breed. After all, the Argentine Dogo has excellent physical data, which allows him to always emerge victorious in a fight with other animals.
• But they are very smart and behave adequately to the situation. For this reason, you should not be afraid that the Argentine will start to sort things out with someone for no apparent reason.
• They are easy to train, quickly learn commands and have an excellent sense of smell. Thanks to these qualities, Argentine Dogos are often used for service purposes, as police dogs and take part in search and rescue operations.
• As a rule, Argentines get along well with children. In communication with them, they show their friendliness and positive attitude towards people. However, they should not be kept in a family where children are still very young. The best friend for an Argentinean will be a child of school age or older. Most often, they have quite warm relationships with children

Disadvantages

High-quality breed characteristics of Argentine Dogos have been achieved through years of selection. Individuals with breed defects are not allowed to breed in order for them to continue improving and performing at a high level. Among them are:

• Poorly developed muscles and thin bones.
• The color of the nose is not black, but a different color.
• Looseness of the lips and their drooping.
• Bad teeth of yellow color or small size.
• Eversion of the eyelids.
• Mismatch of eye color.
• Poorly developed chest.
• Long hocks.
• Pigmentation on the skin or coat anywhere except the head.
• Aggression and disobedience.
• Bite disorder.
• The size is smaller than that provided by the standard and breed.

Argentine Dogos’ primary character flaw is their innate desire to rule. Living in the same home as dogs of different breeds or members of the feline family can cause problems. Their aggression is usually limited to other dogs. Because of this, it is advisable to walk your dog on a leash to prevent unpleasant situations.

The powerful and devoted Argentine White Mastiff, also referred to as the Dogo Argentino, is renowned for its protective instincts and close ties to families. These athletic, brave, and originally bred for big-game hunting dogs from Argentina make wonderful companions after they’ve been trained and socialized. We’ll look at their special traits, training requirements, and how to maintain their happiness and health in a home setting in this article.

Care and maintenance

1. Particular attention should be paid to the animal"s eyes. Very often they are an indicator of the dog"s health. Periodically, once every 7 days they need to be wiped with lukewarm water, or better yet, using chamomile infusion.
2. To keep teeth healthy, they need to be regularly brushed with toothpaste, a soft baby toothbrush or a cotton pad. You need to accustom your pet to oral care from early childhood, then there will be no problems with this.
3. Ears need to be examined regularly for the presence of secretions or blood-sucking parasites and wipe with a damp sponge 1 time per week.

Nutrition

The diet that is advised for dogs of other breeds is not significantly different from that of the Argentine Dogo. It should have all the nutrients the animal needs, be balanced and varied.

• It is imperative to include cereals, fruits and vegetables, fish, meat and bones of cattle. At the same time, vegetables and cereals should not exceed 30% of the pet"s total diet.
• The amount of food provided depends on the weight of the individual. For an adult dog, the weight of food consumed daily should be about 4% of its body weight, and for a puppy 6%. It is worth keeping in mind the climatic conditions, the amount of physical activity, the conditions of keeping the pet.
• Puppies that have not reached 3 months of age are usually fed about five times a day, gradually reducing the number of meals to 3. After eight months, Argentines are fed 2-3 times per day.
• Salt intake should be moderatem.

List of foods that are forbidden:

• Pastries and sweets;
• Fatty meats (pork);
• Pickles, smoked meats, spicy foods;
• Barley and pearl barley porridge;
• Fish with small bones.

It is best to feed your pet organic food that you have prepared yourself, but you can also use commercially prepared food for these needs. However, you do not have to combine these two kinds of food in one meal.

The pet should have a separate bowl for food and water that it should always have access to as soon as it enters the house.

Health

Among dogs, Argentines have a long lifespan. They typically have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years. With the right care and comfortable living arrangements, their health is fairly good. An adequate amount of physical activity is essential to preserving their health.

Those who prefer to spend their evenings watching TV under the covers shouldn’t own this animal. Being an energetic and happy animal, the Argentine Dogo requires exercise and movement.

Vaccinations

Are the only means of preventing complicated illnesses that might cause an animal’s death. Puppies receive their first vaccination at the conclusion of their second month of life.

Disease	Primary administration of the vaccine		Revaccination	Application
	1 injection	2 injection
Trichophytosis	From 1 to 6 months	From 10 to 14 days after the first	At 1 year	Intramuscular
Leptospirosis	From 2 to 3 months	After 3-4 weeks	At 1 year	Intramuscular
Canine parainfluenza	From 2 to 3 months	After 3-4 weeks	At 1 year	Intramuscular, subcutaneous
Parvovirus enteritis	From 2 to 3 months	After 3-4 weeks	At 1 year	Intramuscular, subcutaneous
Infectious hepatitis	From 2 to 3 months	After 3-4 weeks	At 1 year	Intramuscular, subcutaneous
Distemper	From 2 to 3 months	After 3-4 weeks	At 1 year	Intramuscular, subcutaneous
Microsporia	From 1 to 6 months	From 10 to 14 days after the first	At 1 year	Intramuscularly
Rabies	From 3 months	–	At 1 year	Intramuscularly, subcutaneously

Definitely take the following steps to get ready for your vaccination:

1. Only healthy animals are vaccinated. Therefore, you should carefully observe the health of the pet for some time 5-7 days before the administration of drugs.
2. The dog should be provided with high -quality and full nutrition for the vaccination period.
3. Before entering the vaccine, deworming is carried out in 14 days. This helps reduce the risk of vaccination complications.
4. 14 days after vaccination it is necessary to limit the pet"s communication with other animals.

Diseases

Despite good health, individual individuals can suffer from diseases:

Hip dysplasia and congenital blindness or deafness are examples of genetic disorders. Such diseases keep an animal from being bred.

Walking

Due to their high level of activity, Argentine Dogos need an active lifestyle. It is important to remember that this is an animal breed intended for fighting. As a result, using a leash when walking in crowded areas is essential to preventing awkward situations with other animals.

If your yard is properly fenced and you live in a private area, you can let your pet go for walks by themselves.

Playing different active games is a good idea when going for walks with your pet. For people who like to cycle or run, it will be a fantastic companion.

Coat care

• Thanks to the short coat, dogs of this breed do not need special care for it. It is enough to remove fallen hairs from the body with a rubber glove during shedding periods.
• You should bathe your pet as needed, using special dog shampoos, but in no case products for people, since they can cause severe allergies.

Mating

1. Argentine Dogos reach sexual maturity at the age of 8 to 12 months.
2. In females, the presence of estrus indicates readiness for reproduction. However, during this period, they are not yet quite ready to bear and give birth to babies. It is recommended to mate females at the age of at least 20 months, and males from 2 years. Adhering to this rule, there is a high chance of getting healthy and strong offspring, and the risks for parents are minimal.
3. Responsible breeders record the characteristics and timing of the female"s estrus in a special diary. Preventive measures are carried out for both individuals 6 weeks before the planned mating. Animals are shown to a veterinarian, where tests are taken and a general assessment of the dog"s health is made.
4. Deworming must be carried out, as well as treatment for external parasites.
5. Matings are carried out on the male"s territory, ideally in the morning. The owner of the male should take care of a place for the couple to communicate. It is best if this is a separate room where no one will disturb the dogs.

Key points in training

Only those owners who are prepared to assume full responsibility for them should get Argentine Dogos, according to experts. Even in spite of their serenity and tranquility, education and training can lead to certain issues.

• You should start training an Argentine Dogo from a very young age or from the moment it is settled in the house.
• Education should be very responsible, while you should show persistence, consistency and calmness. Argentines are distinguished by their extraordinary intelligence. Kids need to be motivated to get a good result from education.
• It is necessary to remember that in no case should you use strict punishments, rude insults and raised voices. This may cause the pet to not trust the owner.
• Argentines are extremely attached to people, but have a good memory and are quite consistent. If the owner is rude to them, they can respond with aggression and uncontrollability. An important condition for training is trust and respect from the dog.

Characteristic	Description
Origin	Argentina
Size	Large, muscular build
Coat	Short, white, smooth fur
Temperament	Loyal, protective, courageous
Exercise Needs	High, requires daily physical activity
Training	Needs firm and consistent training
Lifespan	10-12 years

Dog enthusiasts everywhere have fallen in love with the incredible Argentine White Mastiff, also known as Dogo Argentino. This breed, which is well-known for its powerful build and striking appearance, is much more than just a pretty face. The Dogo Argentino, with its long history as a game-hunting dog, is a symbol of power, devotion, and willpower. They make wonderful family guardians due to their protective nature, which keeps them safe and loving.

These dogs require a lot of interaction and thrive on companionship. Whether it’s playing in the yard or taking a hike, they are happiest when they participate in family activities. Since they can be apprehensive of strangers, socialization is essential for them to have a well-rounded personality. Early training ensures that they develop into well-mannered adults who can control their protective instincts while maintaining a warm disposition.

Although taking care of a Dogo Argentino demands dedication, the benefits are enormous. They must exercise frequently to stay happy and healthy. They enjoy playing and running because it improves their physical health and their relationship with their owners. Considering their short coat, grooming is simple, but frequent brushing is still beneficial to control shedding.

To sum up, the Argentine White Mastiff is a wonderful breed for people who are willing to give it their all. In the correct setting and with the correct instruction, they can make devoted friends and formidable protectors. If you’re thinking about bringing one into your family, get ready for an exciting journey full of devotion, love, and lots of moments that will make you smile!

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