HERDING GROUP
Belgian
The rarest of the four native Belgium breeds , the Belgian Laekenois ( pronounced “ lak-in-wah ”) is an affectionate , alert and intelligent herding dog . This square , well-balanced dog was bred to herd and guard flocks and fields . Developed in Laeken , it was also prized for guarding linens set out in the fields to dry . An outstanding messenger dog during both world wars , he is vigilant with strangers , but friendly with those he knows . Similar to the Malinois , Shepherd and Tervuren , this sturdy dog ’ s main difference , besides region of origin , is his rough , coarse coat with a tousled look . The Laekenois comes in all shades of red and fawn to grayish tones with traces of black on his muzzle and tail .
Laekenois
WORKING GROUP
LAEKENOIS : COURTESY OF KAREN P . JOHNSON , DOGO ARGENTINO : COURTESY OF MINNA-LIISA KOLTES
This large , athletic , powerful working dog , the Dogo Argentino , was developed in Argentina ’ s province of Cordoba in the 1920s . This pack-hunting dog with a strong head and thick neck was bred to protect family and property . This breed was developed to find , chase , and catch dangerous game . Its sense of smell and bravery , along with its agile yet muscular build , makes it a perfect choice to hunt wild boar , pumas , and other destructive predators . The Dogo Argentino is an entirely white dog with an alert and intelligent expression .
Dogo Argentino
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