Boerboel

Country of origin: South Africa
Breed names: Boerboel
Size:

• Male not larger than 72 cm
• bitch up to 66 cm

The Boerboel is a rather massive farm dog in South Africa and neighboring countries. In order to protect the farms from wild animals and cattle thieves, a mastiff-type dog, more or less similar in appearance, established itself there. In the past, he was never seen as a breed, the breed was much more valued for function.

The Boerboel dog breed is said to date back to the time of Jan van Riebeck (1652), who was the first Dutch administrator of the Cape region. Settlers who came to the country at that time brought the largest and strongest dogs of their country of origin with them for their protection. In later times, the British contributed their mastiffs. It wasn't until the 1980's that the South African Breeding Association elevated these dogs to the status of a breed.

The Boerboel is a large, strong and balanced dog with a well developed musculature. The males should be particularly muscular and the females should be extremely feminine.

His movements should be open and flowing. All parts of the body should be in harmony with each other. Minimum size for males: 66 cm, but no larger than 72 cm. In bitches: 61 cm but not exceeding 66 cm. Male weight: about 60-70 kg and female weight: about 45-60 kg

These dogs are intelligent, reliable, and obedient dogs with a strong protective instinct. The Boerboel is self-confident to fearless, but open to family. Like other breeds with strong guard instincts, the Boerboel needs to be introduced to acquaintances and friends to avoid aggression.