Breeds of dogs: South African Boerboel

The modern breed of South African Boerboel has not yet been recognized by FCI, and other cynological associations quiteRecently, these dogs were added to their lists. All that is due to the fact that South Africa, where the modern Boerboel dog originates, for a long time kept its political isolation. A similar course was maintained by South African cynologists, so it was simply impossible to take out a dog that is considered the property of the nation, with documents confirming its breed. To save the breed, South African cynologists have a tough policy. So, in South Africa each puppy Boerboel at the age of 9 months should show the commission of dog handlers, which confirms his belonging to the breed. And for an African Boerboel to come to another country in a nursery, South African dog breeders may not even give permission to do so.

What is the South African Boerboel, and why is it so appreciated? Initially The colonialists of Africa used Boerboels to protect their homes. In this matter, the Boerboel breed showed itselfvery good. In addition, these dogs were also taken for hunting. Their main task was to distract and hold the beast until the master gets closer and kills the animal. It is worth noting that dogs themselves often cope with fairly large animals themselves. Such animals as the leopard or the hybienic hyena could be overcome alone.

The modern South African Boerboel is dog height of 65-70 cm (depending on the sex), which has a strong bone structure and well-developed musculature. The extremities of the dog are very strong and muscular. Minimum weight males is 70 kg. Bitches weigh a little less - 55 kg. Color South African Boerboels: yellow-ashy, fawn, brindle and reddish-brown. Wool South African Boerboel short and smooth. Pigmentation on the body is pronounced in the region of the paws, claws, flecks and genitals.

Despite its origin from the mastiffs, South African boerboel is not a heavy dog. On the contrary - its movements are very light and smooth. But due to the fact that during the run the dog has a good sweep of the front paws, the movements simultaneously become powerful.

South African Boerboel has a calm and complaisant character. He is attached to the whole family, so listenthere will not be one person who was engaged in his training. Dogs of the South African Boerboel breed very well with children, to some extent even nurse with them. All the commands that the child will give to the dog, she will perform. But at the same time the dog will not forget that his first and main task is to monitor the protection of the child.

South African Boerboel was bred specifically for the protection of housing and hunting, so capriciousness and imbalance of character are simply unacceptable for this breed. Devotion and constant readiness to protect are some of the qualities for which one can already fall in love with this breed. In addition, Boerboel perfectly feels when its owner is afraid.

Even small puppies possess all of the above qualities. From the first days of the appearance in your house a puppy of a South African Boerboel will always guard you and your home.

The merits of this breed can also be attributed complete absence of canine smell and droolingwhich many people do not like. South African Boerboel is a neat enough dog that will not spoil things in your apartment, of course, under the condition of constant walking and sufficient physical activity.

Despite its heaviness and rather heavy weight, Boerboel is distinguished by excellent health and longevity. But do not forget that because of the weight of the dog, Boerboel can develop joint dysplasia. Of course, this breed rarely suffers from limb disease, but a test for dysplasia never hurts.