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- attentive
- tolerant of children
- suspicious of strangers
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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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