What is a DOGO Canario?
The DOGO Canario is a Molossoid dog native to the Canary Islands. These powerful dogs resulted from crossing of native perros de Presa de la tier and dogs, especially mastiffs and bulldogs, brought to the islands by the British settlers. Also included into the original foundation of the dogs is the Bardino Majorero, a shepherding dog native the island of Fueertventura. It has always been used as a cattle dog and guardian.