Can a Presa Canario be a good family dog?
Known for their strong guarding instinct, Presa Canarios are considered to be an owner-focused breed that’s highly intelligent and trainable. With ample socialization and proper training, the Presa Canario can become a loyal family pet—and model canine citizens.
How much does a Presa Canario puppy cost?
A Presa Canario puppy can cost up to $2000. This ancient breed is expensive, but for good reason. Molosser dogs are a complicated bunch, mainly because of their size, temperament, and guard dog instinct. Their reputation as a dangerous dog is also something to consider, as they are blacklisted in several US cities.
How much should I pay for a Presa Canario?
Potential Presa owners should expect to pay an even higher premium for a puppy with breeding rights, as well as for a puppy that’s advertised as show quality (they will come with papers)—these dogs can run anywhere from $3,500 to $7,000 or more assuming the dog is from top breed lines and is of superior pedigree.
How much exercise do Presa Canarios need?
Plan on 60 full minutes of exercise each day. Presa puppies can start with 10-minute walks, then increase the time as they become more comfortable with training and behavioral exercises. Avoid hikes where puppies may need to run or jump a lot—it can damage their still-developing joints.
Does AKC recognize Presa Canario?
The American Kennel Club (AKC) labels the Presa Canario — nicknamed “Presa,” “Canary Dog” and simply “Perro Canario” — as a Foundation Stock Service breed. This allows the breed the umbrella of the AKC’s security to continue to develop, but these dogs are not eligible for AKC registration.
What do Presa Canarios do?
The Perro de Presa Canario is a mastiff breed from the Canary Islands. He is a complex, powerful dog with special needs when it comes to ownership. The Presa is used as a “catch dog,” driving cattle and hogs and running off or killing strange dogs.
Why choose a D&G kennels Presa?
D&G Kennels has produced many of the top presas in the country for the last 20 plus years and have more wins and placements at the biggest Presa Canario specialities and Monographicas in the United States. Not only that, but D&G Kennels also has the 1st or 2nd most temperament tested presas in the temperament testing data base in the United States.
Where can I find a Presa Canario breeder in Georgia?
For over 20 years, we at D&G Kennels have put our time and passion into becoming the foremost Presa Canario breeder in Georgia and in the United States. We’ve devoted ourselves wholly to these dogs, and our kennel is one of only a handful that has worked with the breed for so long.
Where can I buy Presa puppies for sale?
At D&G Kennels, we offer Presa puppies for sale from upcoming litters, as well as planned breedings. Our puppies are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and we require deposits upfront to reserve available puppies. Depending on the delivery date of our most recent litters, we often have Presa puppies available for sale.
Why choose a Presa Canario?
Our Presa Canario puppies reflect the finest working ability, health, temperament, and structure of the breed, with diverse traits that exemplify these majestic dogs.