Estrela Mountain Dog

Estrela Mountain Dogs are dynamic and imposing. Their expression is alert, calm and intelligent.

About the Estrela Mountain Dog

Estrela Mountain Dogs are mastiff-type molossoid dogs. Well balanced, compact and hardy, they earn respect from strangers through their firm, reserved behaviour.

They are remarkably obedient to their owner and a loyal, inseparable companion. They work relentlessly to protect the flock from wolves and rustlers.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)

Breed specifics

Country: Portugal
Group: FCI Group 2, AKC Foundation Stock Service
Size category: Giant
Avg life expectancy: 10–12 years

Alert / Friendly / Independent / Intelligent / Loyal / Sociable

Key facts

Makes a great guard dog
Needs a lot of space
Requires moderate grooming

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