Argentine Dogo Information
 Argentine Dogo |
The Argentine Dogo was developed in the province of Cordoba by Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez in the 1920's. The goal was to create a dog that was a good pack hunter and guardian but could also be trusted with the family.
He began with the now extinct mastiff-type dog called the Dog of Cordoba and then added Great Dane, Boxer, Spanish Mastiff, Bulldog, Bull Terrier, Great Pyrenees, Pointer, Irish Wolfhound, and Dogue de Bordeaux.
The resulting breed not only met the original expectations as a big game hunter and family guarding, but has also been very successful as a guide dog as well as in military and police work. They are also used for hunting, tracking, narcotic detection, schutzhund and competitive obedience. This creation was a bullish and fearless hunter with intense stamina and a light coat that is capable of deflecting rather than absorbing heat.
The breed became appealing to those who use their dogs for dog fights and has given the breed a very bad reputation. Many areas have included the Argentine Dogo in Breed Specific Legislation breed banning lists.
The Argentine Dogo should be 24 to 27 inches tall and weigh 80 - 100 pounds. Their coat is short and smooth to the touch and should be solid white. They may have one black patch or a dark colored patch around the eye.
Health concerns in the breed include Hip Dysplasia, deafness and allergies.
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