Breed Group: Working

Size: Large

Height: 24-27 inches

Weight: 80-100 pounds

Coat Type: Short, smooth, and glossy coat that requires minimal grooming but benefits from regular brushing to remove loose hair.

Coat Colors: White

Temperament: Protective, Brave, Loyal. The Dogo Argentino is devoted to its family, making a formidable guardian and affectionate companion when properly trained and socialized.

Energy Level: High. This breed thrives on physical activity and mental challenges, and without proper stimulation, it may become restless or destructive.

Good with Children: Yes

Good with Other Pets: No

Trainability: High. Intelligent and responsive to firm, consistent training. Early socialization is essential to manage their natural guarding and prey drive.

Barking Tendency: Low to Moderate. Generally quiet unless provoked or sensing a threat.

Lifespan: 10-15 years

Health Issues: Deafness (especially in all-white dogs), Hip Dysplasia, Skin Allergies. Routine checkups and early detection can help manage these conditions.

Exercise Requirements: High; requires vigorous daily exercise, such as running, hiking, or structured play. This breed also excels in tracking, protection sports, and advanced obedience training.

Hypoallergenic: No

History: The Dogo Argentino was created in Argentina in the 1920s by Dr. Antonio Nores Martínez. His goal was to develop a powerful, fearless dog capable of hunting large game like wild boar and puma, while also being a loyal and trainable companion. The breed was developed by crossing the now-extinct Cordoba Fighting Dog with breeds such as the Boxer, Great Dane, Bull Terrier, and Pointer. The result was a strong, athletic, and intelligent dog that quickly gained a reputation for its courage and utility in both hunting and protection. Today, the Dogo Argentino is respected worldwide as both a working dog and a loyal family guardian—though it requires experienced ownership due to its strength and instinctual drive.