Boerboel

Origin

South Africa

Attractive to:

Someone experienced in the breed with the home environment and land that best replicates the rural homestead of the Boerboel's homeland.

Not the best for:

Most people. This dog is powerful with natural guarding instincts and needs experienced handling.

Aliases:

South African Mastiff

Cross between:

None

Size:

Large
People will amusingly say "You should put a saddle on it!"

Exercise Needs:

High (Two hours or more)
Without sufficient mental and physical exercise will probably do the wall of death around the living room!

Coat:

Smooth
Dogs that you mainly just need to polish! But be warned - short haired dogs moult all the time!

Shedding:

Moderate shedding
All canines drop some hair, think of it as dog glitter!

Life expectancy:

11 years

Good first dog?:

No