Perro de Presa Canario
The Perro de Presa Canario is a powerful guardian breed developed in Spain’s Canary Islands to protect farms and handle livestock. Calm and deeply devoted with its family, it is naturally wary of strangers and needs early socialization plus firm, experienced handling. Its imposing build, steady nerve, and strong bond with its people make it a standout working mastiff-type dog.
Size
Large
Weight
40–65 kg
Height
56–66 cm
Lifespan
9–11 years
Characteristics
Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Compatibility
✓
Kids
✗
Other Dogs
✗
Strangers
✗
Apartments
✗
First-time Owners
Common Health Issues
- • hip dysplasia
- • elbow dysplasia
- • entropion
- • hypothyroidism