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The Tibetan Mastiff The Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiff

Country of Origin: Tibet

History: The Tibetan mastiff is an ancient breed that was used to ruard livestock and property in Tibetan villages, although

The Estrela Mountain Dog The Estrela Mountain Dog
Estrela Mountain Dog

Alternative Names: cao da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mountain dog

Country of Origin: Portugal

History: The Estrela mountain dog is an ancient breed, reputed to be the oldest breed of the Iberan Peninsula. It was

The Entlebucher The Entlebucher
Entlebucher

Alternative Names: Entlebuch mountain dog, Entlebucher cattle dog, Entlebucher sennenhund

Country of Origin: Switzerland

History: The Entlebucher is the smallest of four Swiss dogs developed from a cross of Roman mastiffs and local Swiss

The Dogue de Bordeaux The Dogue de Bordeaux
Dogue de Bordeaux

Alternative Names: French Mastiff

Country of Origin: France

History: This ancient breed was developed from Roman mastiffs. The dogue de Bordeaux is one of France’s oldest


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The Komodor dog

Komodor

Alternative Names: komondorak (plural)

Country of Origin: Hungary

History: The komondor is believed to be descended from Tibetan dogs that came from Asia to Hungary with the nomadic Magyars around A.D. 900. It was developed as a flock guardian and continues to do this work today. It is also kept as a companion.

Physical Description: This is a large, muscular, well-boned dog with a broad head and almond-shaped, dark brown eyes. The nose is usually black, although a dark brown or gray nose is acceptable. The drop ears are medium sized, the chest is deep, and the tail is long and curved. The double coat has a dense, wooly undercoat and heavily corded, white outer coat. The skin is gray.

Height: 25.5 to 30 inches

Weight: 80 to 120 pounds

Temperament: It is calm, alert and protective. It is devoted to family but wary with strangers. Although it is an independent breed, it rarely roams.

Activity Level: Moderate

Best Owner: The komondor requires a firm, dog-experienced owner in a rural home.

Special Needs: Fenced yard, grooming, leashed, socialization, training

Possible Health Concerns: bloat, hip dysplasia, skin allergies

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