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South African Boerboel

South African Boerboel dog
outh African Boerboel dog
outh African Boerboel dog
south african boerboel dog
south african boerboel dog
south african boerboel dog
    height of a South African Boerboel dog
group: working height: m 23.62-27.56" / 60-70 cm,
f 21.65-25.59" / 55-65 cm
types: weight: m 132.28 -165.3 lbs /m 60-75 kg, f 110.23 -143.30 lbs
/ f 50-65 kg
colors: any
physical traits: large, solid, strong and well-muscled, sturdy, impressive
hair type: short, smooth, dense
personality/
temperament:
intelligent, steadfast, faithful, self-confident, proud, agile, versatile, if unprovoked is calm and docile, adaptable and obedient when trained.
maintenance/
special needs:

little grooming, much food, poorly bred dogs exhibit hip and elbow dysplasia
nickname:  
origination: South Africa, possibly from the Boer Hund-a cross between the Mastiff and Bulldog
bred for: protection, watchdog, chase predators, herd livestock, track game
identifying traits:  
ideal for: watchdog, family
good with kids? supervise as with any large dog
life expectancy: 12 yrs  
of interest: possibly once killed leopards in one-on-one battles
kennel clubs: arba -(working dog group), saku -(provisional)
rescues:    
 
outh African Boerboel dog
 
outh African Boerboel dog
 
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