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Name	Argentine Dogo	Perro de Presa Canario	Rottweiler
Origins	Argentina	Spain	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog	Canarian Molosser Canary Mastiff Dogo Canario Presa Presa Canario Canary Catch Dog	Rott Rottie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Which is the smallest dog, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Large	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Perro de Presa Canario? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	90 pounds (40.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	21-25 inches (55-65 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	23 inches (60 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Which is more expensive?	$2800-$5000	$1200-$3000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler intelligence:	Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler trainability comparison.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant	Dominant Gentle Strong Willed Calm Suspicious	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler playfulness comparison:	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler mouthiness comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness	Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Bloat Demodectic Mange Cryptorchidism Dilated Cardiomyopathy Obsessive Compulsive Disorder	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Perro de Presa Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Argentine Dogo, Perro de Presa Canario and Rottweiler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler energy level comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler coat comparison:	Fine	Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Argentine Dogo, Perro de Presa Canario and Rottweiler color?	White	Black Red Silver Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Rust Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or {name3 shedding:	Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.	The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Argentine Dogo or Perro de Presa Canario or Rottweiler? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler?	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Argentine Dogo and Perro de Presa Canario and Rottweiler have?	4-8 puppies	7-9 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Argentine Dogo vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Rottweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club

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