Learn More About Fila Brasileiro

Summary

The Fila Brasileiro is an impressive figure. His large, strong physique, his low-hanging head and his impressive musculature give him an imposing and majestic appearance. His expression is serious, sometimes almost melancholic, which underlines his natural dignity and strength. Its fur is short, smooth and dense, making it well suited for life in warmer climates. It can come in a variety of colors, except white, mousey, and piebald. A black mask is not desirable for this breed. The Fila Brasileiro belongs to FCI Group 2, Section 2.1, Molossoid, Great Dane-like dogs. There is no distinction between performance and show lines within the breed.

Character

The Fila Brasileiro is a dog with a strong personality. He is naturally protective and tends to form a deep bond with his family, forming a particularly close bond with the person he sees as his primary caretaker. His loyalty to his family is legendary and he will not hesitate to defend them if he believes they are being threatened. Due to his strong protective instinct and independence, the Fila Brasileiro is not suitable for everyone. He needs a home where his natural instincts and need for work are respected and channeled. Without proper guidance and activity, he may become bored and develop undesirable behavior. The Fila Brasileiro is by nature rather quiet and reserved. He is not particularly playful and often prefers to observe his surroundings calmly and calmly. Despite this, he enjoys his family's company and appreciates being around them. The Fila Brasileiro is known for his independent thinking. He is intelligent and can make decisions independently, making him an excellent watchdog. However, this independence also means that he can sometimes be stubborn and not always willing to follow orders, especially if he sees them as pointless. As a hunting dog, the Fila Brasileiro also shows a strong prey drive. It's important to take this into account if you plan to keep him with other smaller pets. Regarding his ability to stay alone, the Fila Brasileiro can learn to spend time alone if he is used to it from an early age. However, it is important that he is not left alone excessively or he may suffer from separation anxiety. The Fila Brasileiro is a very alert dog. He is always alert to his surroundings and will react quickly to any change or threat. This, combined with his natural wariness of strangers, makes him an excellent watchdog. However, this also means that he is not the best dog for a very social home where new people are constantly coming and going.

What to Expect

Care

Due to its size and its need for exercise and activity, the Fila Brasileiro is not particularly suitable as a city dog. He needs a home with a large, safe garden where he can move around freely. Small children should be handled with caution as the Fila Brasileiro could accidentally knock over a small child due to its size and strength. As for other pets, the Fila Brasileiro can get along with other animals if he is used to them from an early age. However, it should be noted that he has a strong prey drive and caution should be exercised when around smaller pets.

Training & Education

The Fila Brasileiro is an intelligent dog with an independent mindset. Training should start early and use positive reinforcement methods to achieve the best success. Patience and consistency are of great importance when training this breed. The Fila Brasileiro is a working dog and needs a lot of mental and physical stimulation to stay happy and healthy. However, it is important to ensure that you do not overuse the dog and give him enough time to rest. Dogs of this breed can become "ball junkies." if given the opportunity. It is therefore important to control play with balls or other throwing objects and to teach the dog that there are other options for activity and play. Learning frustration tolerance and impulse control is of particular importance for the Fila Brasileiro and should be part of his training.

Nutrition & Grooming

The Fila Brasileiro is an active, large dog and therefore requires a balanced and nutritious diet that meets its nutritional needs. It is important to monitor feed quantity and quality to avoid excess weight, which can put additional stress on the joints. In terms of care, the Fila Brasileiro is quite easy to care for. He has a short, smooth coat that only requires occasional brushing to remove dead hair and promote skin health. This breed has no undercoat and copes well with the climate in Germany, although it may need additional protection in winter. The Fila Brasileiro sheds moderately, but regular brushing can help minimize this.