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Name	Boerboel	Perro de Presa Canario	Fila Brasileiro
Origins	South Africa	Spain	Brazil
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Canarian Molosser Canary Mastiff Dogo Canario Presa Presa Canario Canary Catch Dog	Brazilian Molosser Cao de Fila Brazilian Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Large Giant	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Perro de Presa Canario? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	177 pounds (80 kg)	90 pounds (40.5 kg)	100 pounds (45.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	21-25 inches (55-65 cm)	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	23 inches (60 cm)	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1200-$3000	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Dominant Gentle Strong Willed Calm Suspicious	Courageous Docile Obedient Loyal Determined Brave
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Boerboel 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.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Average: Boerboel 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 to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boerboel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Boerboel 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: Fila Brasileiro dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.
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 Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro mouthiness comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an 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.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.	Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Bloat Demodectic Mange Cryptorchidism Dilated Cardiomyopathy Obsessive Compulsive Disorder	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Boerboel 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).	Frequent The Fila Brasileiro should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, Perro de Presa Canario and Fila Brasileiro breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro energy level comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.	Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.	Fila Brasileiro dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	8 to 10 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.	6 to 8 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? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Smooth	Dense Smooth
Colors What are the original Boerboel, Perro de Presa Canario and Fila Brasileiro color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Red Silver Fawn Brindle	Black Red Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Fila Brasileiro 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: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro 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, Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boerboel 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.	The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler. See more.	The Fila Brasileiro 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.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Fila Brasileiro 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 Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.	Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Yes Boerboel 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 Fila Brasileiro dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.	Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boerboel or Perro de Presa Canario or Fila Brasileiro? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro?	Not really Boerboel 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 Fila Brasileiro 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.

Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro 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 Boerboel and Perro de Presa Canario and Fila Brasileiro have?	7-10 puppies	7-9 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Boerboel vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Fila Brasileiro Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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