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Key Takeaways

  • Large breed belonging to the Guard Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Average trainability; responds well to consistent, positive reinforcement methods.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Guard Dogs

Size

Large

Life Span

10-12 years

Popularity

#390

Puppy Price

$2800-$5000

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Average

Common Names & Aliases

Argentine MastiffArgentine Dog

⚖️Argentine Dogo Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Low grooming requirements, easy care

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Dog Friendly:Not suitable for multi-dog households

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:High exercise needs, requires active lifestyle

Price and Availability

Price Range

$2800-$5000

If you choose to purchase the Argentine Dogo, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Argentine Dogo for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Argentine Dogo gets to a happy place.

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Availability

3/5

Availability

Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs.

History

The Dogo Argentino, as its name already suggests, can trace its origins back to Cordoba, in the Central part of Argentina. The development process of the breed is pleasingly easy to trace back, thanks to the documentation and records about the breed's evolution.

Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry
American Canine Association
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
Backwoods Bulldog Club

Frequently Asked Questions

The Argentine Dogo is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Argentine Dogo requires minimal grooming, just basic brushing and occasional baths.

The Argentine Dogo sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

highly energetic and requires several hours of exercise and mental stimulation daily, making the Argentine Dogo perfect for active families.

The Argentine Dogo is moderately trainable with consistent training and patience, responding well to positive reinforcement methods.

The Argentine Dogo is good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

The Argentine Dogo is not recommended for multi-dog households due to dominant or aggressive tendencies.

The Argentine Dogo requires high levels of daily exercise, including long walks, runs, or active play.

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Argentine Dogo Comments, Reviews and Questions

guatemalan dogo lover

2023-09-27

very mid! do not buy

bad stephen

2023-09-27

these dogs are terrible! get a guatemalan dogo instead

Rigo

2023-09-27

No comment provided.

Donald T.

2023-09-27

Bad! Get them back where they come from

Rigo

2023-09-27

No comment provided.

Sadikov

2020-03-20

My Dogo Argentino is highly dog/pet/stranger friendly since she grow up with cats and visit a dogs parks pretty often. She are sleeping more than 12 hours and pretty lazy. She loves grooming and totally a therapy Dog

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