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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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