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Home  >  Encyclopedia  >  Breeds  >  Dog breed cards  >  Rafeiro do Alentejo
08/12/2000
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Rafeiro do Alentejo

Native country : Portugal

History

The Rafeiro do Alentejo was developed from local breeds in the Alentejo region, an area in southern Portugal with a continental climate. A good herder, this breed is now used as a flock guard. The Rafeiro do Alentejo is the largest dog of its type in Portugal.

Description

This rustic, powerful, hard-working dog is courageous and dedicated. He is loyal and affectionate with his owner. The Rafeiro do Alentejo is aggressive toward strangers, as with predators. Firm training is required.

Advice

This dog is not suited to city living. He needs exercise and room to run. Weekly brushing is sufficient.

Function

Flock guard. Guard and defense dog. Pet.

In details...

Head:Bearlike. Broad, domed skull. Slight stop. Domed nose bridge. Strong jaws. Oval nose. Thin lips.
Ears:Small, folded, triangular, drop.
Eyes:Small, oval. Dark color. Dark rims.
Body:Strong and long. Strong, short neck. Deep, broad chest. Broad loin.
Tail:Long, thick, carried down and curving slightly.
Hair:Short or medium length (preferred), smooth, coarse, and thick.
Coat:Black, wolf gray, fawn, or yellow, with or without white; or white with spots, stripes, or brindle.
Size:Dog: 66 to 74 cm (26-29 in).Bitch: 64 to 70 cm (25-27,5 in).
Weight:Dog: 40 to 50 kg (88-110,5 lb).Bitch: 35 to 45 kg (77-99 lb).



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