Boerboel vs Dogo Argentino

Compare the Boerboel to the Dogo Argentino. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boerboels and Dogo Argentinos.

Boerboel vs Dogo Argentino
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
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General Details
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
110-180 Pounds
75-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Origin Country
South Africa
Argentina
Origin Year
1652 AD
1928 AD
Temperament
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Aggression
Above Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Vaginal hyperplasia
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Boerboel
Dogo Argentino
Breed Colors
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