Sociable
Loyal
Protective
Tolerant
Loving

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Brave
Bright

Choose a Dogo Argentino if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Boxsprings aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Argentina

Europe

mastiff, cordoba fighting dog

English Springer Spaniel and Boxer

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
Backwoods Bulldog Club

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1920s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White

Red
Brown
Black

A Dogo Argentino can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boxspring can have a litter of 4-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Dogo Argentinos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Boxsprings are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dogo Argentinos are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Boxsprings typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

About 10% Of Dogs Are Born Deaf
Hypothyroidism

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Glaucoma
Laryngeal Paralysis

Entropion

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Dogo Argentinos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Boxsprings are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Dogo Argentino has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boxspring has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dogo Argentinos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Boxsprings need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Dogo Argentinos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Boxsprings are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

None, Walking, Finding sticks, Running, Sniffing, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Jumping, Walk, Snuggling, Dog Parks, Doggie daycare, Swimming, Attack

Swimming

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dogo Argentino, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boxspring, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dogo Argentinos usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Boxsprings usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Dogo Argentino has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Boxspring requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Dogo Argentino should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Boxspring should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dogo Argentino is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Boxspring is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dogo Argentino is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Boxspring is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Dogo Argentinos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Dogo Argentino is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Boxsprings make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Dogo Argentinos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Boxsprings are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Dogo Argentinos are not cat friendly.

Boxsprings are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Dogo Argentinos are not dog-friendly.

Boxsprings are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Dogo Argentinos are not very stranger friendly.

Boxsprings are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Dogo Argentinos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Boxsprings are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Dogo Argentinos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Boxsprings are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.