Boerboel dog breed laying down head up looking to the right against a white background
Boerboel dog breed laying down head up looking to the right against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Working

weight

100 to 180 pounds

height

22 to 27 inches

family

Mastiff

Traits and Characteristics

type

Working

weight

100 to 180 pounds

height

22 to 27 inches

family

Mastiff

The Boerboel is a large, muscular dog showing strength and agility in motion. This dog can be strong enough to overLarge, athletic, and watchful, the Boerboel is power and strength embodied. They have a strong jaw, broad head, and thick muscles. They were originally bred as farm dogs in South Africa and used to protect farms from wild African animals. Smart, courageous, and cautious, they are intelligent dogs that can have a stubborn streak. They have a short and dense coat that is low-maintenance and thick, loose skin. They are no-nonsense dogs that are devoted to protecting the people they love. 

 

  • Energy Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 2 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 1 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 2 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 1 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 5 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 2 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 1 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5