| Presa Canario (Canary Dog) |
Presa Canario Characteristics: The powerful and determined Presa Canario, also known as the Canary Dod or the Canary Mastiff, is a breed of large dog classified as a member of the Working Dog Group. The Presa Canario, is characterized by its big, powerful appearance with a massive, cube shaped head and imposing expression. Other characteristics include wide set, oval shaped, brown eyes; medium, wide set ears; a broad, deep chest, wide jaw and an effortless gait. The temperament of the Presa Canario can be described as Dominant, Strong Willed, Alert. The coat type of the Presa Canario is described as short, rough coat in assorted colors. Due to its characteristics and qualities, the Presa Canario demonstrated the desired traits of a Watch dog, Catch Dog and Fighting Dog and is known by its nick name the "Canary Mastiff". The origin of the Presa Canario breed was in Canary Islands where it was developed in the Ancient Times. Fast Facts about the Presa Canario: The following facts provide fast information about the Presa Canario breed. Size: Large *** Breed Group: Working Dog Group *** Nick name: "Canary Mastiff" *** Origin: Canary Islands *** Male Height: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm) *** Female Height: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) *** Male Weight: 110-130 lbs (50-59 kg) *** Female Weight: 83-110 lbs (38-50 kg) *** Coat Type: short, rough coat *** Coat Colors: assorted colors *** Litter Size: 7 to 9 puppies *** Health Problems: None *** Lifespan: 9 - 11 years *** Hypoallergenic: No Presa Canario Breed Group and Dog Type - Working Dog Group: The Presa Canario is one of the many breeds of dogs that belong to the Working Dog Group. Other names for the Presa Canario: The Presa Canario is known by the nickname of the "Canary Mastiff". Other names for this breed of dog include the Canary Islands Dog of Prey, Presa, Presa Canario, Dogo Canario and Perro de Presa Canario. Origin of the name: The origin of the name "Presa Canario" derives from the Spanish words meaning "Canarian catch dog". Presa Canario History and Origin: The country of origin of the Presa Canario breed was in Canary Islands during the Ancient Times. The ancestry of the dog dates back thousands of years. Its ancestors were the dogs of the Sarmatians (Nomadic people of the South Russian steppe) that were adopted by the Romans and developed into the various Mastiff breeds. The Romans visted the Canary Islands between the 1st and 4th centuries and took their mastiff dogs with them. The indigenous people of the Canaries, the Guanches, developed the Presa Canario by crossing mastiff-type dogs with the Perro Majorero (aka the Perro Bardino) that was native to the Islands. The Presa Canario was once used in blood sports to entertain spectators who gambled on its prowess as a fighting dog but its main duties were as a 'Catch Dog'. The Presa Canario was used to catch large animals in hunting, working livestock and guarding against predators. Sighthounds and Scent Hound worked in conjunction with Catch Dogs who, alerted by the baying of the hounds, were specifically trained to catch and hold the quarry until the hunter arrived. The modern history of the Presa Canario moved on and the breed is now used as a Watchdog, Guard Dog and Herder. Presa Canario Height: The Presa Canario breed is classified as a large sized dog. The height to the shoulder of a male dog is 24-26 inches (60-65 cm). The height to the shoulder of a female dog is 22-24 inches (56-61 cm). Presa Canario Weight: Not surprisingly for a large sized dog, the weight of a Presa Canario male dog is 110-130 lbs (50-59 kg). The weight of the smaller female dog is 83-110 lbs (38-50 kg). Presa Canario Coat Type: The coat type is described as a short, rough coat. Presa Canario Coat Colors: The colors of this dog breed consist of assorted colors consisting of Black, Fawn, Red Fawn, Red Brindle, Silver Fawn and Brindle. N.B. Brindle is a brownish or tawny color. The term "Red" refers to reddish shades of orange, brown, and tan colors. Presa Canario Grooming - LOW Grooming Needs: The grooming needs of the Presa Canario are categorized as Low in order to maintain a healthy, tangle-free coat and reduce the risk of skin infections. The limited grooming needs of the Presa Canario are considered to be low maintenance, requiring limited attention to grooming where brushing and combing, is concerned. Grooming Requirements should include bathing the dog on a monthly basis and making regular inspections of the nails, teeth, eyes and ears. Presa Canario Litter Size: The litter size of this dog breed ranges from 7 to 9 puppies. Presa Canario puppies for sale can be obtained reputable breeders and from rescue centers. The cost of Presa Canario puppies varies depending on location, pedigree history and the dog breeder. Presa Canario Temperament and personality: The temperament and personality of the Presa Canario dog breed is described as Powerful, Dominant, Strong Willed, Alert and Determined. Presa Canario Exercise Requirements - HIGH Exercise Requirements: The exercise requirements of this breed of dog is high. The Presa Canario requires regular daily exercise consisting of approximately one to two hours each day. This large, powerful dog has a firm, fluid, effortless gait with strides of a moderate length and requires a brisk walking speed or jogging by the owner to meet the dogs exercise requirements. Presa Canario Diet: A fully grown Presa Canario should be fed twice a day. A diet consisting of a premium dog food can be balanced with fresh food eaten by the family. The question is What Can Dogs Eat?. Check out our comprehensive list of what dogs can and what dogs cannot eat. Presa Canario Health Problems: Potential health problems of the Presa Canario breed have shown no recurring problems. Resolving health problems can prove to be expensive and it is always wise to obtain pet insurance or dog health insurance when buying a dog. Is the Presa Canario breed said to be Hypoallergenic? Answer: No. Presa Canario Lifespan: The life expectancy of dogs vary according to the size, breed of dog and any serious health problems. The typical lifespan of the Presa Canario breed is 9 - 11 years. Presa Canario Male Dog Names: Male Dog names are most often chosen to reflect favorite names of the owner or the strength, size, coloring and country of origin of the Presa Canario breed. To give you some inspiration regarding good male Presa Canario names our small selection might be of help with naming boy dogs. Our top male dog names are: Bear *** Jack *** Toby *** Bailey *** Felix *** Gaius *** Buster *** Cody *** Smoky *** Victor. Presa Canario Female Dog Names: Female Dog names tend to be softer, prettier and reflect the temperament of the girl dog. Our top choice of good female Presa Canario names are Lily *** Penny *** Juno *** Bella *** Cinders *** Empress *** Maddy *** Mara *** Persis *** Lola *** Pepper. Fast Facts about the Presa Canario: The following facts provide fast information about the Presa Canario breed. Scientific name: Canis lupus familiaris *** Dog Breed Group: Working Dog Group *** Size: Large *** Country of Origin: Canary Islands *** History / Date: Ancient Times *** Male Presa Canario Height: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm) *** Male Presa Canario Weight: 110-130 lbs (50-59 kg) *** Coat Type: short, rough coat *** Litter Size: 7 to 9 puppies *** Presa Canario Health Problems: Hip dysplasia, thyroid, and joint problems *** Presa Canario Lifespan: 9 - 11 years *** | 