The Argentine Dogo is one of those dogs that carry the stigma of having been used as fighting dogs in their origins , back in the 1920s, a time when these cruel and bloody shows enjoyed great success in Argentina and other countries. Also with the bad luck of having fallen into the hands of people without scruples or love for animals who have sought to promote their aggressiveness through abuse.
Owner of a robust and muscular physique, more typical of an athlete, and a powerful bite, this breed of dog is, well educated, affectionate to the fullest, playful and balanced character, a dog that will develop strong bonds with anyone who consider your family and whom you will defend tooth and nail if circumstances require it.
In Spain, the Dogo Argentino is considered a PPP (potentially dangerous dog) and, although each autonomous community has its own particular list of PPP, in general to have a copy and not have any problem with the authorities, we must comply with a series of Requirements such as Enrollment in the Municipal Register of Potentially Dangerous Animals, obtain a license from the town hall and renew it every 5 years, make civil liability insurance and obtain a certificate of physical capacity.
Dogo Argentino specimens usually live between 10 and 12 years and weigh between 25 and 45 kilos when they are adults . They are tall, measuring between 55 and 70 cm in height.
According to the breed standard, this dog must be totally white but it is admitted that it has a black or dark spot around the eye, as long as it does not occupy more than 10% of the head.
The Argentine Dogo is a fairly healthy dog . The most common diseases in the breed are hereditary deafness and hip dysplasia . They can also get sunburned. In addition, its fine coat makes it little tolerant to cold, so in winter you should not sleep outdoors and you will have to be careful with walks at that time of year.
We tell you more curiosities about the imposing Argentine Dogo in the photo gallery below.
