The Dog Training Review

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A large dog rustic dog seen speedily weaving in and out between the cattle to bring a runaway back to the herd would be an impressive sight. The dog is not only intelligent but it also has the courage of an exceptional herding dog. Fawn, grey or brindled short smooth fur covers the dog’s muscular square shaped body. Unlike other herders, this dog has a larger body but the size is not an impediment that cause the dog to be less agile. Actually, the dog’s gracefulness and efficiency when herding is unsurpassed by other herding dogs. This is the Azores Cattle Dog , an extremely rare breed that is rarely seen outside Portugal, its country of origin.

 The Azores Cattle Dog has always been viewed as an important aide in herding unmanageable herds of cattle. Back in the 15th century, Sao Miguel Island, the biggest island in the Azores is densely covered with vegetation. The sailors of Prince Henry have decided to take advantage of the rich plant life by bringing cattle to the island. After fourteen years, the cattle that has proliferated have become unruly. To address this concern, an intelligent and courageous breed has to be developed.

The Fila de Terceira is the ancestor of the breed that is now called Azores Cattle Dog and Cao Fila de Sao Miguel. This breed was crossed with molloser type dogs creating an outstanding herding dog that was given the name Azores Cattle Dog. It was accepted that the breed is already in existence since the 1800s.

Because of the innate herding abilities, extensive training is not really necessary to make the dog learn its herding duties. The aggressive personality makes this breed a dependable guard dog. The dog is first and foremost a herder. An aggressive temperament is therefore necessary in the performance of its duties hence, breeders have made no efforts to tone down its ferociousness.

An Azores Cattle Dog is a very efficient herder and a dependable guard dog but it is not suitable for first time dog owners. Only a dog wise and a dog experienced dominant owner that has what it takes to handle a breed known for its tough personality is qualified to have this breed. This is a working breed. It is apparent that this dog would not fare well in confined spaces. An Azores Cattle Dog is an outstanding breed especially if made to guard and to herd.