Lowchen

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Dog Breed Group

Non Sporting Dogs 

Origin of Breed

France 

Life Expectancy

12-14 years 

Color

All colours 

Coat

Wavy, but not curly. No undercoat. 

Exercise Needs

Enjoys ample exercise such as a short walk or a active game of play. 

Temperament

Alert, intelligent, and affectionate with the overall qualities of a loving companion dog. It has a lively, outgoing, and inquis 

Good with Children

Gentle with well trained children, friendly to other animals. 

Grooming Needs

Grooming should consist of combing or brushing his coat ever other day. Professional clipping every other month should be done t 

Average Size - Male (in)

10-13 

Average Size - Female (in)

10-13 

Breed Description

A massive breed, one of the powerful Molossers, the Fila Brasileiro is also known as the Brazilian Mastiff or Cao de Fila. He is also used to hunt big game and herd cattle. Before considering a Fila, understand the needs of this breed as he is a large responsibility. A native breed of Brazil, he was developed from the Spanish and Portuguese Mastiff and Bloodhounds. Used to guard flocks and property he is best known as a fierce guard dog.