African Boerboel - Dog Breeds

Breed Group: Mastiff

Weight: 154-200 kg

Height: males 25-28 cm, females from 23 to 25.5 inches

Overview

The Boerboel is successfully developed in South Africa, and the race is still being refined. The origins of this breed are not quite sure, but sometimes it can be traced back to the ancients. Many agree that the race has developed Bullenbijter of van Riebeeck was brought from South Africa and Europe by Jan under1652, and the dog of the native Africans.

Temperament

African Boerboel was bred to be protectors. They have a very uniform character and a welcoming nature. These dogs are able to sense when an individual is at some fear - and then you will surely feel to give you the protection you want. The African Boerboel is a reliable, bright and very submissive dog. They also have a very strong guard dog Instincts. This breed is very self-confident and fearless. African Boerboel are happy to play with their families and they show much affection for them. Make sure that these dogs are protectors of the course, can be aggressive towards people who do not know. The African Boerboel is putting their lives on the line to protect property, friends and family.
Care

When it comes to care, the game does not require a lot of African Boerboel work. ThisThe dogs will be good if they are brushed occasionally - and bathed once a month. The African Boerboel is an average shedding dog, and then suffer from allergies to work for someone.

Training

African Boerboels are very intelligent dogs. This race is always ready to work with their coach. It should be known that they will try to dominate, and owners should be in command right from the start. Due to the size of the African Boerboelshould be under control at all times. It is recommended fenced, that these dogs are trained in obedience from an early age a Boerboel can be a threat to humans and animals around him, he should not properly trained - and it is. The African Boerboel is not appropriate for the property without the dog story that someone before.

Health Problems

As the bread has been naturally selected, they are very healthy. But like most big dogsAfrican Boerboel also suffers from hip and elbow dysplasia. It 'important that the state of dysplasia of the parents before checking your puppy. Your Boerboel puppy should be safe if both parents are free of hip dysplasia.