About Dogo Argentinos

The Dogo Argentino is a powerful yet graceful mastiff dog, first bred in the province of Cordoba in Argentina. Originally bred to hunt wild game, the all-white Dogo Argentino is a loyal watchdog and loving family companion.

  1. Breed History

    • The Dogo Argentino was developed by Dr. Antonio Nores in 1928. Nores wanted to create a breed for hunting boar, puma and other predators in the hills of Argentina.

    Other Breed Elements

    • In addition to the now-extinct "Dog of Cordoba" mastiff breed, Nores added Great Dane, Boxer, Bulldog, Great Pyrenees, Irish Wolfhound and Dogue de Bordeaux. These breeds combined to make the Dogo Argentino.

    Temperment

    • The Dogo Argentino is a fearless guardian of the home but, according to Dogbreedinfo.com, it is also "playful and good with children, and loves to cuddle." Nevertheless, this breed requires a dominant owner.

    Appearance

    • This dog weighs between 80 and 100 pounds and is almost entirely white, although it can have a black spot on the top of its head called a "pirata." The head is "massive" and the "jaws are strong," reports Dogbreedinfo.com.

    Training

    • The Dogo responds well to obedience training and thrives on positive reinforcement. If subjected to physical "force training," the Dogo may become stubborn and refuse to obey commands.