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The Dogo Argentino was developed in Argentina by Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez in the 1920's. Nores Martinez wanted a dog that was a good pack hunter and guardian, but could also be trusted with the family. The base of the Dogo Argentino is the now extinct breed called the Dog of Cordoba.
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He added:
- Boxer
- Bulldog
- Bull Terrier
- Dogue de Bordeaux
- Great Dane
- Great Pyrenees
- Irish Wolfhound
- Pointer
- Spanish Mastiff
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Dogo's use for:
- Hunting
- Tracking
- Watchdog, Protection, Guarding
- Schutzhund
- Military Work
- Police work
- Narcotics detection
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Characteristics:
- Loyal
- Playful
- Intelligent
- It’s excellent with children
- The coat is white, short and glossy
- The head is convex in the front, with a moderate stop
- The skull is massive and the jaws are strong and tenacious
- The muzzle should be about the same length as the skull
- The eyes should either be dark brown or dark hazel
- The ears are docked
- The nose should be black
- The long tail reaches to the hock
- The chest is wide and deep giving an impression of strength
- The skin on the neck is loose
- Life Expectancy About 10-12 years
- Needs early socialization with other animals
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