Why People Stay Away from These Controversial Dog Breeds

The Dogo Argentino was created in Argentina in the 1920s by Dr. Antonio Nores Martínez, who wanted a fearless yet trainable big-game hunter. Developed from the now-extinct Cordoba Fighting Dog and other breeds, it excelled in hunting wild boar and puma. Strong, athletic, and loyal, it also serves as a capable guardian.

Dogos are intelligent and devoted but have a high prey drive and strong protective instincts. Without consistent training and early socialization, they can be aggressive toward strangers or other animals. Their size, power, and determination have placed them on many high-risk breed lists.