Dogs and Cats from Around the World and Their Origins
| September 15, 2017
2. Fila Brasileiro – Brazil
If someone is looking for an all-round outdoorsy dog, it might be a good idea to get a Fila. Due to being excellent trackers and relatively aggressive, they were used for hunting, herding livestock, and to control big preys.
They can be super obedient and protective of their owners, so they need intense socialization in order to develop a calmer temperament. Filas also have an unusual gait, which is somewhat similar to how a camel would walk, using two legs from one side at a time.
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