Dogo Argentino — breed standard (FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Dogo Argentino — breed standard (FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Dogo Argentino originated in Argentina and is covered by FCI Standard N° 292.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI places the breed in Group 2 (Schnauzer and Pinscher, Molossian and Swiss Mountain Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is uniform, short and smooth, with an average hair length of 1.5 to 2 cm.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The only accepted colour is entirely white, allowing just one black or dark patch on the head proportional to its size.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI height at the withers is 60 to 68 cm for dogs and 60 to 65 cm for bitches, with ideal heights of 64 to 65 cm (dogs) and 62 to 64 cm (bitches).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Weight is approximately 40 to 45 kg for males and 40 to 43 kg for bitches.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed was recognised as a distinct breed by the FCA (Federación Cinológica Argentina) in 1964.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Temperament is described as silent on the trail, with a keen nose, agility, robustness and bravery.