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Argentinean Mastiff (Dogo Argentino)
The original Mastiff was a fierce competitor, but today it is a gentle beast that makes a wonderful family companion.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
77-91kg / 170-200lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 75+cm / 30+in;
Females 70+cm / 28in (standards may vary)
Coat
Short, close-lying hair
Markings
Apricot-fawn, silver-fawn, fawn, dark-fawn brindle. Black ears, nose, and muzzle.
Lifespan
Under 10 years
Quiet and ponderous, it makes a great protector whilst being friendly. With an innate ability to try and please their masters, the Mastiff makes an excellent companion dog.
Temperament
The once fierce dog has retired from that lifestyle and has left in its place a well tempered yet protective dog. This courageous dog is docile, calm and affectionate towards it owners but still capable of guarding. When sufficiently socialised, it can be friendly with strangers but, when it senses trouble may be brewing, it will place itself in front of its owner to protect them. This is typical of its brave, selfless nature. The breed must be socialised and positively trained from a young age to ensure that the dog does not become too combative around other dogs as it gets older.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Mastiff is a huge dog that is protective by nature but also friendly and good with children.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and is excellent with children
- Mostly inactive indoors
- Excels as a guardian and watchdog
- Adapts well to most climates
- A small yard is sufficient
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Some grooming is needed
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Requires sufficient daily physical activity
- Can be prone to kidney disease, hip and elbow dysplasia, eye problems, cancer and epilepsy