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Presa Canarios have thick skin and short fur that comes in all shades of fawn and [[brindle]]. White is allowed up to 20 percent and is most commonly found on the chest and feet, and occasionally on a blaze on the muzzle. The breed standard requires black pigmentation and dogs should have a black mask that does not extend above the eyes. No shades of [[blue]] are allowed in competition. |
Presa Canarios have thick skin and short fur that comes in all shades of fawn and [[brindle]]. White is allowed up to 20 percent and is most commonly found on the chest and feet, and occasionally on a blaze on the muzzle. The breed standard requires black pigmentation and dogs should have a black mask that does not extend above the eyes. No shades of [[blue]] are allowed in competition. |
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Proper head (considered a "square on a square") and good "expression" are part of the breed standard, and are manifest in the best breed specimens. The lips are thick and hang in an inverted V; the flews may be slightly loose. |
Proper head (considered a "square on a square") and good "expression" are part of the breed standard, and are manifest in the best breed specimens. The lips are thick and hang in an inverted V; the flews may be slightly loose. |
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The breed is also characterized by a sloping topline(with the rear being slightly higher than the shoulders). Another characteristic of the breed is the shape of the paws (cat foot) and the catlike movement of the animal. The body is mesomorphic, that is, slightly longer than the dog is tall, contributing to the feline movement. |
The breed is also characterized by a sloping topline(with the rear being slightly higher than the shoulders). Another characteristic of the breed is the shape of the paws (cat foot) and the catlike movement of the animal. The body is mesomorphic, that is, slightly longer than the dog is tall, contributing to the feline movement. The breed is also known, incidentally, for ability to adapt to various climates. |
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The ideal coat is medium length and "rustic," that is, slightly coarse to the touch. The breed is known for its very minimal shedding. |
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See below for Canine Coat Genetics. |
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The breed is also known, incidentally, for ability to adapt to various climates and its very minimal shedding. |
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Many breeders are trying to change the functionality of this breed by breeding males above 140 pounds, which causes health, endurance, and other issues. |
Many breeders are trying to change the functionality of this breed by breeding males above 140 pounds, which causes health, endurance, and other issues. |
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=='''Coat Genetics'''== |
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Dogs have a great deal of diversity in breeds, in all aspects, including coat color and patterns. Canine coat genetics are still being researched. Most of our present understanding of canine coat genetics is based on the work of Clarence Cook Little, author of "Inheritance of Coat Color in Dogs" (1979), although some researchers dispute certain of his theories. For those with a keen interest in canine coat genetics, an excellent source for the breeder and the layperson's understanding is authored by Dr. Sue Ann Bowling [http://bowlingsite.mcf.com/Genetics/ColorGen.html] |
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As far as the Presa Canario is concerned, it is believed [[Fawn]] is based on the [[Agouti]] series, specifically the ay allele. Agouti hairs are fawn hairs banded and/or interspersed with black. This gene is recessive to the other genetic phenotype for the breed, brindle. |
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It is known that [[Brindle]] is a dominant trait but there is some argument as to where it is located. Little postulated that it was on the E series (Ebr) but if so, would compete with the black mask (Em), which is known to not be the case. Dr. Bowling indicates the gene is most likely on a new series, which she calls "K". |
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'''The following are true in canine coat genetics:''' |
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1. Breeding fawn (ay) x brindle (Kbr) may produce: fawn and brindle offspring. |
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2. Breeding brindle (Kbr) x brilde (Kbr) may produce: fawn and brindle offspring. |
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3. Breeding fawn (ay) x fawn (ay) will '''always''' produce: '''fawn''' offspring. |
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For breedings of (ay x Kbr) and (Kbr x Kbr), there is no clear way to predict the number of fawn or brindle offspring. Some litters from these breedings will be entirely fawn, entirely brindle, or, most likely, some combination of both. |
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Revision as of 17:36, 23 June 2006
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| Perro de Presa Canario | |||||||||
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 Ch. E Katia. Owned by Sanders Kennels. | |||||||||
| Other names | Canary Dog Presa Canario | ||||||||
| Origin | Canary Islands | ||||||||
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| Notes | FCI recognition is still pending. | ||||||||
| Dog (domestic dog) | |||||||||
The Perro de Presa Canario, also known as the Presa Canario, Dogo Canario, and Canary Dog is a Molosser breed from the Canary Islands. This large breed of dogs were originally bred to hold and guard.
Appearance
Presa Canarios have thick skin and short fur that comes in all shades of fawn and brindle. White is allowed up to 20 percent and is most commonly found on the chest and feet, and occasionally on a blaze on the muzzle. The breed standard requires black pigmentation and dogs should have a black mask that does not extend above the eyes. No shades of blue are allowed in competition.
Proper head (considered a "square on a square") and good "expression" are part of the breed standard, and are manifest in the best breed specimens. The lips are thick and hang in an inverted V; the flews may be slightly loose.
The breed is also characterized by a sloping topline(with the rear being slightly higher than the shoulders). Another characteristic of the breed is the shape of the paws (cat foot) and the catlike movement of the animal. The body is mesomorphic, that is, slightly longer than the dog is tall, contributing to the feline movement. The breed is also known, incidentally, for ability to adapt to various climates.
Size
Females average between 22-25 inches at the withers and weigh between 90-115 pounds.
Males average between 23-26 inches at the withers and weigh between 115-135 pounds.
Coat
One of the unique characteristics of the breed is the diversity of markings. Fawn comes in silver fawn, gold fawn, and red fawn. Brindle comes in colorings of black (and may appear solid), brown, and all shades in between. "Verdino" or greenish-tinted brindle is among the most traditional coat colors; reverse brindle or "atigrado claro" is among the most exotic.
File:Silver fawn coat.jpg
File:Fawn Coat.jpg
File:Red fawn Coat.jpg
File:Reverse brindle2.jpg File:Reverse brindle1.jpg File:Red brindle.jpg 
File:Black brindle2.jpg File:Black BRINDLE.jpg File:Verdino brindle.jpg
The ideal coat is medium length and "rustic," that is, slightly coarse to the touch. The breed is known for its very minimal shedding.
See below for Canine Coat Genetics.
Many breeders are trying to change the functionality of this breed by breeding males above 140 pounds, which causes health, endurance, and other issues.
History
The breed is originally from the Canary Islands in the 1800s. Its exact ancestry is unknown, but enthusiasts believe that an already established farm dog from the Canary Islands by the name of Majero bardino majorero was crossed with the Mastiffs and Old-Style Bulldogs that were brought from Europe to the Islands, creating the modern Presa Canario. Like many fighting dogs, the breed became nearly extinct after dog fighting was outlawed in the 1940s, but it was revived in the 1970s. It is sometimes referred to in English as a "Canarian Dog" and in Spanish simply a "Presa".
Health
Hip dysplasia is known to occur in this breed.
Aggression
As with any breed, those interested in purchasing a Presa Canario should carefully research breeders and a dog's ancestry to ensure that the breeding lines are healthy. Some enthusiasts hold that, if the dog's pedigree cannot be traced back to the Canary Islands, it is not a true Presa Canario but rather a Bandog.
As Presa Canarios are often bred for fighting or as attack dogs, this breed has a reputation of fierce loyalty to its owners and vicious aggression to any other person or animal perceived as a threat. Owners should be vigilant about purchasing from reputable dealers and ensuring the dog receives obedience training.
The breed received considerable press notoriety after Diane Whipple was mauled to death in 2001 by a neighbor's two Presa Canario in the hallway of her San Francisco apartment building. The dogs' caretakers were convicted of manslaughter.
External links
- Clubs, Associations, and Societies
- Directories and Informational Pages
- Origin of the Presa Canario - By the DCA
- Dogs In Depth Page
Regarding the diane whipple case it must be made clear that the dogs involved were not pure bred canaries , they were cross bred with another large mastiff breed which had increased their size and weight far above breed standard , they had also been owned by an alleged drug dealer who had trained them to be highly aggresive and attack on command
Dogo Canario Breeders
www.barnacanbull.com www.sanderskennels.com www.eternaprimavera.com www.dogo-canario.dk
Coat Genetics
Dogs have a great deal of diversity in breeds, in all aspects, including coat color and patterns. Canine coat genetics are still being researched. Most of our present understanding of canine coat genetics is based on the work of Clarence Cook Little, author of "Inheritance of Coat Color in Dogs" (1979), although some researchers dispute certain of his theories. For those with a keen interest in canine coat genetics, an excellent source for the breeder and the layperson's understanding is authored by Dr. Sue Ann Bowling [1]
As far as the Presa Canario is concerned, it is believed Fawn is based on the Agouti series, specifically the ay allele. Agouti hairs are fawn hairs banded and/or interspersed with black. This gene is recessive to the other genetic phenotype for the breed, brindle.
It is known that Brindle is a dominant trait but there is some argument as to where it is located. Little postulated that it was on the E series (Ebr) but if so, would compete with the black mask (Em), which is known to not be the case. Dr. Bowling indicates the gene is most likely on a new series, which she calls "K".
The following are true in canine coat genetics:
1. Breeding fawn (ay) x brindle (Kbr) may produce: fawn and brindle offspring.
2. Breeding brindle (Kbr) x brilde (Kbr) may produce: fawn and brindle offspring.
3. Breeding fawn (ay) x fawn (ay) will always produce: fawn offspring.
For breedings of (ay x Kbr) and (Kbr x Kbr), there is no clear way to predict the number of fawn or brindle offspring. Some litters from these breedings will be entirely fawn, entirely brindle, or, most likely, some combination of both.