Transmontano Mastiff
Transmontano mastif
Key facts
| FCI group | 2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Portugal |
| Category | Giant |
| Height at withers | 68–85 cm |
| Weight | 50–75 kg |
Recognition features
- Large, strong, rustic molosser with a square profile and long legs
- Thick, smooth medium-length coat; white with black, yellow or wolf-grey markings, or solid
- Calm, reserved, serene expression
Purpose
A Portuguese mountain mastiff from Trás-os-Montes, a guardian of sheep and goat flocks against wolves.
History
The breed shares the history of all Iberian mastiffs and its evolution is linked with peninsular transhumance routes. It accompanies the shepherd and guards against wolf attacks in the Portuguese highlands of Trás-os-Montes; guarding is never done by a single animal.
Coat
Thick, medium-length, smooth, very dense coat with obvious undercoat; white with black, yellow, fawn or wolf-grey markings, or solid fawn, yellow or wolf-grey, brindled or not.
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