Character & Temperament

The Dogo Canario is a proud and self-confident dog with a strong protective instinct. Its original role as a working dog, guardian and protector of herds and property entum has given him a strong protective instinct and natural alertness. At the same time, he is extremely loyal and affectionate towards his family and often shows special affection for children. Despite its size and strength, the Dogo Canario is generally a calm and even-tempered dog that enjoys being around its people. He is not a hyperactive dog that needs to be constantly moving, but also enjoys spending quiet times with his family. He is always alert and attentive and reacts quickly to any changes in his environment. The Dogo Canario is also a very people-oriented dog. He loves being involved in his family's activities and always wants to be there. He is not a dog that likes to be left alone for long periods of time. Therefore, care should be taken to ensure that he has as much company as possible. If he is away for a long time, he can learn to stay alone, but this should be the exception and not the rule. Although it was originally used to herd and protect herds, the Dogo Canario has a rather low hunting instinct. He may react to moving objects or small animals, but this can usually be well controlled with consistent education and training. Overall, the Dogo Canario is a faithful, loyal, and confident dog that has a strong need to protect and serve its family. He makes a wonderful companion for people who appreciate the strength and character of this breed and who are willing to invest the time and energy necessary to raise and train this strong and intelligent dog. It should always be remembered that the Dogo Canario has a distinct personality and requires strong but loving leadership.

What Awaits You

The Perro de Presa Canario has a calm appearance and an attentive expression. It is particularly suitable for guarding and is traditionally used to herd livestock.

Housing & Care

Dogo Canarios can be kept in the city, but they require sufficient exercise and activity. They are very tied to their family and should therefore not be left alone for long periods of time. They generally get along well with children, although encounters between dogs and small children should always be supervised to ensure that both parties treat each other with respect. Other pets, particularly cats, can also be accepted with proper socialization, but this should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Training & Education

Dogo Canarios are intelligent and willing to learn, but require consistent and loving leadership. They respond well to positive reinforcement and need meaningful activity to ensure their physical and mental saturation. Due to their original use as livestock guard dogs, activities such as protection work or mantrailing can be a suitable occupation. It is important to find the balance between sufficient employment and the risk of "overemployment". Sufficient rest time also plays an important role. Impulse control and frustration tolerance are essential in raising a Dogo Canario. Particularly during ball games, care should be taken to ensure that the dog does not become a “ball junkie”. becomes. A balanced mix of play, work and rest helps the Dogo Canario become a balanced and happy companion.

Nutrition & Care

Dogo Canarios are active and vigorous dogs that require a balanced and nutritious diet. High-quality food that is tailored to the dog's size, weight and activity level is essential. Keep in mind that puppies and young dogs have higher nutritional needs than adult dogs. Caring for the Dogo Canario is uncomplicated. Its short, dense coat with no undercoat requires regular brushing to remove dead hair and promote skin health. However, compared to many other breeds, the Dogo Canario sheds relatively little. Despite its short coat, the Dogo Canario also copes well with the German climate.