The
Argentine Dogo was developed in Argentina by Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez
in the 1920's. He wanted a dog who was a good pack hunter and guardian,
but could also be trusted with the family. He started with a now extinct
mastiff-type breed called the Dog of Cordoba. He added
Great Dane,
Boxer, Spanish Mastiff,
Bulldog,
Bull Terrier,
Great Pyrenees, Pointer,
Irish Wolfhound and
Dogue de Bordeaux. The resulting
breed, not only met Martinez,' original expectations as a big game
hunter and family guardian, but has also been successful as a guide dog
and in military and police.
The Argentine Dogo is an excellent guardian of the home. Loyal to the
family, playful and intelligent. It is good with children and loves to
kiss and cuddle with those the family accepts. Dogos are easy to train.
This is a highly intelligent, powerful dog who needs a firm and
consistent, but loving hand.
Photo source:
Howling Acres Argentine Dogos
