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Fila Brasiliero

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group: working / molossoid height: 23.6-30" / 60-76.2 cm
types: weight: 90-140 lbs / 40.8-63.5 kg
colors: any solid color or brindles. white, mouse gray, spotted and piebald (not preferred)
physical traits: massive, good sense of smell
hair type: short, smooth, thick, tight
personality/
temperament:
courageous, fearless, affectionate toward family, faithful, loyal, determined, brave, bold, calm disposition, self assured, self confident, independent, territorial, tenacious, calm, obedient, noble, alert, suspicious and aggressive toward strangers and unfamiliar dogs. some can be cowardly, vicious, aggressive to owner
maintenance/
special needs:

low grooming, drools, light shedding, exercise, socialize early, patient training, sensitive to voice commands, provide soft bedding to prevent elbow callouses, protect from heat
nicknames: Brazilian Mastiff, Cao de Fila, Brazilian Molosser, Brazilian Guard Dog, Brazilian Fila, Dogue Brasiliero
origination: Brazil from Portuguese and Spanish Mastiffs and Bloodhounds or possibly of Bulldogs crossed with Portuguese Herding Dogs
bred for: tracking, hunt slaves and large game-wild boar and jaguar, capture cattle, droving, holding quarry at bay
identifying traits:  
ideal for: watchdog, companion, security, herding cattle, guarding flocks and homes, hunting large cats
good with kids? no
life expectancy: 10-12 yrs  
of interest: banned in some countries
kennel clubs: fci-(Molossoid breeds, Mastiff type dog group) saku, arba-(working dog group), nzkc
rescues:    
     
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