🐕 DogsCão de Castro Laboreiro
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
Also known as the Portuguese Cattle Dog, this breed has a distinctive howl that sounds like a wolf's.
Large Portuguese livestock guardian dog with a wolf-like appearance. Loyal, courageous, and intelligent, they are exceptional protectors of livestock.
🏷️ Breed
Cão de Castro Laboreiro
💭 Temperament
Loyal, courageous, intelligent, independent, alert
📏 Size
Large (25-34 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
10-14 years
🎨 Colors
Wolf-grey, fawn, black, brindle
🌍 Origin
Portugal, Castro Laboreiro
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise and space
🍽️ Diet
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Group
Group 2
✓ FCI Section
Molossian Type
✓ FCI Number
170