The Dogo Argentino is a huge hunter breed that shows off a white coat and well-muscled body and which came from Argentina. This dog is also fondly called the Argentine Dogo and Argentinean Mastiff. Around the world, the Dogo Argentino is known as an outstanding big-game hunter that hunts even cougars and boars.

Additionally, the Dogo Argentino does not only excel in fields of hunting but in tracking, search and rescue, drug detection, police and military, and family pet as well. Because of its unparalleled intelligence and reliability, this dog is also being used as a guide dog for the blind and service animal for other disabled people. In other countries where dog pitting is considered legal, the Dogo Argentino is also being utilized.

The Dogo Argentino is differentiated through its short and white coat, large smooth and muscular body, and powerful and athletic stance. It weighs 80 to 100 pounds and stands 23.5 to 27 inches in height. The ears are cropped, do not hang and are close to the skull while the tail is low, thick from the base and narrows down to the tip.

The Dogo Argentino without a doubt is powerful and massive looking but it is also a charming family pet and children’s playmate. It can be patient and tolerant with children because of its low body sensitivity and high pain tolerance. But as a general rule, no matter how friendly a dog is, children should never be left unattended to play with them.

The coat of the Dogo Argentino is single coated, easy to clean and does not have a doggy smell. This dog is sensitive to very cold temperatures and sheds a fair amount. The nails of the Dogo Argentino tend to grow rather quick and thus regular clipping should be done.

At a young age, the Dogo Argentino should already be trained in obedience and socialization. This way, he becomes friendly to other dog breeds and other animals. If not well trained, the Dogo Argentino may become aggressive and domineering towards other dogs and this will likely cause a conflict.

The Dogo Argentino is not intended to be kept in a small fenced yard because its natural instinct is to hunt. The activities suited for this dog are those that utilize his hunting urges such as tracking, trailing, and dog sports. Saying this, it is clear that the Dogo Argentino should only be kept by people who are active themselves and understands the hunting drives of this breed.

In 1930′s, the Dogo Argentino has been developed by Antonio Nores from the extinct Cordoba Fighting Dog and some other fine breeds. These fine breeds are the Boxer, Great Dane, Spanish Mastiff, Bull Terrier, Great Pyreneees, Pointer, Irish Wolfhound, and more. It was Dr. Zebellos of Las Pampas Kennels who introduced the Dogo Argentino to the US and until this day, this kennel is a prime breeder of Dogo Argentinos.

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