Charlotte Foster
The Boerboel is an alert, intelligent working dog from South Africa with a strong protective instinct. Also known as a “farm dog” or “farm dog,” he feels comfortable in an area that he is allowed to guard. He is just as capable of learning as he is calm, has a balanced personality, and bravely faces dangerous situations.
Watchful farm dog
The Boerboel has been kept as a farm dog in its native South Africa since the 17th century. Tall, muscular, fearless, and with a high protective instinct, he is alert to any change in his surroundings. Since the 1980s, the South African breed association KUSA has recognized the Boerboel as a separate breed with the classification “Working Group”. However, the Boerboel is not recognized by the cynological umbrella organization Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), which is represented by KUSA in South Africa.
Nature of the Boerboel
Bred as a guard dog, the Boerboel takes this job very seriously. Under safe leadership, he develops into a studious watchdog with loyalty to his family, who at the same time pleases with his stable, calm nature.
Training of the Boerboel
With a Boerboel, you acquire a dog with strong self-confidence, which also makes independent decisions in dangerous situations. If he is well socialized as a puppy, he will grow into a well-balanced family dog who treats children lovingly. Attending dog training is essential to instill dominance and confident leadership on your part in this attentive protector. A Boerboel does not like being alone and is comfortable in a home with a yard to guard and being involved in family activities.
Care of the Boerboel
The Boerboel’s short, dense coat of fur requires little grooming. You should brush it weekly to maintain its shine.
Peculiarities of the Boerboel
Like all large dog breeds, the Boerboel has a predisposition to hip and elbow dysplasia (HD and ED). You minimize this risk by having your breeder provide you with certificates that your puppy’s parents are HD and ED-free.