The Rafeiro do Alentejo were previously used as hunting dogs but have evolved to be guard dogs for protecting property and livestock or defending family from intruders. This is made possible by its large size and powerful nature, though it makes them heavy. The dog originates from Portugal, mostly in Alentejo. The physical characteristics of the Rafeiro do Alentejo include massive head, small triangular hanging ears, small and dark eyes, dense, short coat with black, fawn, or yellow color with white markings. His face shows a calm and confident expression, sober, thus making him an excellent protector. The dog is long rather than tall.
Rafeiro do Alentejos have a withers height between 25”-29” (64-74 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 75-110 lb (34-50 kg). The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an overall body length of roughly 37”-43” (94-109 cm), standing height between 30”-36” (76-91 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-14 years.
The Rafeiro do Alentejo were previously used as hunting dogs but have evolved to be guard dogs for protecting property and livestock or defending family from intruders. This is made possible by its large size and powerful nature, though it makes them heavy. The dog originates from Portugal, mostly in Alentejo. The physical characteristics of the Rafeiro do Alentejo include massive head, small triangular hanging ears, small and dark eyes, dense, short coat with black, fawn, or yellow color with white markings. His face shows a calm and confident expression, sober, thus making him an excellent protector. The dog is long rather than tall.
Rafeiro do Alentejos have a withers height between 25”-29” (64-74 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 75-110 lb (34-50 kg). The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an overall body length of roughly 37”-43” (94-109 cm), standing height between 30”-36” (76-91 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-14 years.
