Canarian Catch Dog

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Size: Large to Extra-Large
Other Names: Canary Dog, Presa Canario, Dogo Canario, Perro de Presa Canario, Presa
Country of Origin: Canary Islands, Spain
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): FSS
United Kennel Club (UKC): Guardian Dog
National Kennel Club (NKC): Recognized

The Canarian Catch Dog is a medium-sized dog with a thick and muscular body, and a black mask that does not extend above the eyes. His head is broad, massive, square, and powerful. If cropped, his ears stand erect. Un-cropped, his ears are close fitting to his head, they hang down and should be pendant or "rose" shaped. His lips are thick and hang in an inverted V where they join. His interior lips are dark. The breed is characterized by a sloping topline, with the rear being slightly higher than the shoulders. He is heavily built, while able to move with great athleticism.

A large catch-and-hold dog from the Canary Islands for a fenced property and experienced handling; short coat, a serious presence, not a first city dog.

The Canarian Catch Dog is a large Molosser-type dog breed originally bred for working livestock. The breed is originally from the Canary Islands in the 1700s, notably Gran Canaria.

Height: Male: 23-26 inches; Female: 22-25 inches
Weight: Male: 100 pounds minimum; Female: 85 pounds minimum
Color: Silver fawn; red fawn; fawn; red, brown, fawn, or reverse brindle; verdino; black; white can be found on the chest and feet, and occasionally on a blaze on the muzzle
Coat: Short, with no undercoat, slightly coarse
Lifespan: 9–11 years
Litter size: 6–10 puppies

Temperament

The Canarian Catch Dog has a strong, dominant character. Many Canarian Catch Dogs share their homes with children, other dogs, cats, horses, and other farm animals. In some situations, they can be aggressive toward other dogs and suspicious of strangers. However, once the dog has been properly socialized and trained, this becomes the exception rather than the rule. The Canarian Catch Dog is not recommended for the first time dog owner.

Training

Due to his temperament, the Canarian Catch Dog can be a challenge to train. He requires a firm, dominant owner, and early socialization and obedience training.

Care and grooming

Wipe the short coat weekly. Keep this heavy catch dog lean and grow puppies slowly.

Shedding

Low; the short coat has little undercoat.

Health

The Canarian Catch Dog (Presa Canario type) may be prone to hip and elbow dysplasia and osteochondrosis. Joint screening and a slow growth rate help this heavy breed.

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