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1. Argentine Dogo
Created in the 1920s and bred to hunt in packs. Intelligent, lovable, and easily trained. Sadly, this bullish breed appealed to those who participate in dog fights, and has been banned in Britain under the The Dangerous Dog Act (1992). Also called the Argentinian Masiff or Dogo Argentine.
2. Cane Corso Italiano
Bred to hunt large wild animals and as an "auxiliary warrior". Employed as a personal guard and to guard property or cattle. Also called the Italian Mastiff.
3. Perro de Presa Canario
Bred in the 1800s specifically for dog fighting. Also called the Canary Dog.
4. American Pitbull Terrier
Bred, as we all know, for the purpose of fighting. Today, the aggressive nature has been bred out and now make great family dogs. They have been banned in several areas in the US under Breed Specific Legislation, or BSL (I perfer to call it 'BS', sorry if that's a little too wordy) They are allowed in Britain, but the dog must be neutered/spayed, tattooed, registered, microchipped, has do carry insurance, and when in public, must be muzzled, leashed, and handled by someone over 16 years at all times. They cannot be bred or imported.
5. Dogue Brasileiro
Created in the 1980s as a family pet by mixing a Boxer and Pitbull.
6. American Bulldog
Used originally in the "sport" of bull bating. Also has been used to hunt bear, boar, and raccon.
7. Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog
A nearly extinct breed. Bred solely for security and companionship. It's ancestors were bred originaly as cattle and pig herders.
8. Alano Espanol
Used once to handle half wild breeds of cow in spain. Today used for cattle herding and hunting only. Also called the Spanish Bulldog.
9. Dogue de Bordeaux
Served as a war dog and sheep guardian in ancient times, then as a bodyguard and cattle herder. Also called the French Mastiff.
10. Boxer
Used for hunting, bullbaiting, and cart pulling at first, then later as circus and theater dogs. Also called the German Boxer. |