Argentine Dogo
About the Argentine Dogo
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Large (50-100 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 24-27" |
| Weight | 80-100 lbs |
| Coat Type | Smooth |
| Coat Length | Short |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
High (60-90 min/day)
60 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Moderate - Weekly
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Needs plenty of mental challenges
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $1,500-$4,000 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,600/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Argentine Dogos may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Families with Children
- Active Owners
- Guard Dog
May Not Be Ideal For
- Apartment Living
- First-Time Owners
- Long Work Hours Away
Guides for your Argentine Dogo
The story behind the Argentine Dogo
Argentine physician Antonio Nores Martinez created this breed in Cordoba province beginning in the 1920s, aiming at a large, brave, cooperative hunting dog able to pursue wild boar and puma in packs across rough Argentine country. He started from the old fighting dog of Cordoba and added a documented list of European breeds, drawing on mastiff, bulldog, pointer, boxer, great dane, bull terrier and Irish wolfhound blood among others, selecting for a uniform white coat, athletic build and dependable temperament with people while removing the dog aggression of the foundation stock. A standard was published in the 1920s, Argentine and later FCI recognition followed through the twentieth century, and AKC acceptance arrived much later. The breed is still hunted in South America and serves elsewhere as a moderately uncommon guardian and companion.
Originally bred for: Hunting, Big game hunting, Guarding. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Argentine Dogo
A large athletic hunting breed does best raised on large-breed puppy food to slow skeletal growth, then maintained on a quality adult diet with solid protein for heavy muscle. Working individuals need greater energy density, while pets need portion discipline since idle Dogos gain steadily.
Watch for: White-coated breeds are frequently reported to show reactions through the skin, since itching, redness and ear inflammation are more visible against pale pigment. Deep-chested build also argues for calm divided meals. Any elimination trial or dietary change should be planned with a veterinarian.
Not sure what to put in the bowl? See our picks for the best dog food for large breeds.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket, and a slow feeder bowl if your dog inhales dinner. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Argentine Dogo
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse chew toys built for strong jaws and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a properly sized crate.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.