South African Boerboel

Country of origin: Africa (South Africa)
Registries: United States
Boerboel Association
Occupation: Working dog,
guard dog
Size: 22 to 30 in tall; weight
proportionate to height
Longevity: 9 to 10 years
Exercise: Low to moderate
Training: Hard to keep
challenged
Grooming: Easy
Colors: with and without a black mask :
fawns, blacks, reds, browns,
brindle, piebald, and Irish markings

The South African Boerboel is a versatile breed with a  long history as a hunter and guardian, with ancient  roots going back to dogs that came with immigrants to South  Africa, primarily in the 1600s and 1700s. They definitely have  some Mastiff ancestry, but a variety of other breeds were also used.  This is a large breed that stands between 22 and 30 inches  tall with a heavy boned muscular body in proportion to her  height. The head is broad and muzzle wide, and the ears are  dropped. The back is strong and broad, the chest is deep, and  the tail is docked. The coat is short and smooth. Acceptable  colors include brindle, tawny, brown, and red brown, all with  or without white markings; a dark muzzle is preferred.

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