Dogue Brasileiro — size comparison

The Dogue Brasileiro is a muscular dog with a broad head, powerful body and short hair. Its build combines strength with free movement. It has a well-developed

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Height

Ground withersReference values · details in the profiles

Dogue Brasileiro

Outside FCI

58 cmAdult male
at the withers
Mass
Samce 29–43 kg, preferowane 39 kg; suki 23–39 kg
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Person: 170 cm
HeightScale in cm
0204060
Dogue BrasileiroHeight at withers58 cm

The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.

58–58 cm range across the animals shown

Person: 170 cm
Dogue Brasileiro — size comparison — facts and sources

The Dogue Brasileiro is a muscular dog with a broad head, powerful body and short hair. Its build combines strength with free movement. It has a well-developed chest and strong legs. Its appearance remains functional: agile, balanced and capable of a rapid response.

It originated in Brazil through a guard-dog breeding programme. Selection aimed to establish both a particular build and behaviour suited to protecting a home while remaining closely connected to the family. The population received a national CBKC standard. Organised breeding distinguishes it from a casual name for any bull-type cross.

The Brazilian breed description emphasises alertness, confidence and composure. With familiar people it should be sociable, while remaining attentive to environmental changes. It may assess strangers cautiously before relaxing. Attachment to family accompanies interest in who enters familiar territory and how they behave near household members.

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