Fila Brasileiro For Sale

Fun Fila Brasileiro Facts

attentive
tolerant of children
suspicious of strangers

A massive breed, one of the powerful Molossers, the Fila Brasileiro is also known as the Brazilian Mastiff or Cao de Fila. Known for their outstanding courage and bravery, they are obedient to their owner and are unsurpassed guardians of their property. Fila Brasileiros are also used to hunt big game and herd cattle. They are one of two species to come from Brazil, and are Brazil's national dog. They have an abundance of thick skin, and a solid tail. They are lighter boned than the English Mastiff, weighing 40 - 50 pounds lighter. They have loose jowls and pulled back drop ears, much resembling their ancestor, the Bloodhound. They have elongated muzzles with excellent smell receptors. Fila Brasileiros are good at guarding and protecting, and some are raised to be aggressive. The Brazilian show warns judges not to touch this breed if they wish to keep their fingers, as most in Brazil are used for protection. The Fila, however, does fine with people and is not aggressive if trained and socialized from puppyhood. The Brazilian Mastiff is brave, courageous and self-confident. They are very loyal, being expressed through the Brazilian proverb, "Faithful as a Fila dog." Cao de Filas are loving of their family and even of the family's children, but do not welcome strangers. Caution should be exercised when even welcome guests enter the household with this breed. Before considering a Fila, understand the needs of this breed as they are a large responsibility.

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