The Boerboel - large guard dog from Africa
The somewhat awkwardly pronounced name "Boerboel" (pronounced "Burbull") is African and means something like farmer's dog or farmer's mastiff. It is also referred to as the South African Mastiff and protects farms, animals, and families of farmers in its homeland both then and now.
Learn more about the large canine!
Dog breed Boerboel in portrait
Origin: South Africa
Size: 59-70 cm
Weight: 55-79 kg
Life expectancy: approx. 10-12 years
Character: confident, intelligent, brave, loyal
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Der Boerboel zählt mit seinen 70 cm zu den sehr großen Hunderassen.
Character and nature
As befits a good guard dog, the →large and powerful Boerboel comes with a strong guarding instinct. To reliably fulfill its duty, it uses its excellent sense of smell and keen eyesight. However, the breed does not display →aggressive behavior. It knows it is a formidable dog and prefers to present itself confidently and self-assuredly rather than becoming aggressive.
It can work independently but usually forms a strong bond with its owners and orients itself to them. The basis for this is a similarly confident demeanor and actions of its humans. Then the Boerboel knows how to relinquish responsibility, and living together will be harmonious.
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Training and keeping
Anyone interested in such a strong, confident, and independent dog like the Boerboel must also be strong and confident themselves. Above all, the owners should bring a large portion of dog understanding and already have experience in training guard dogs. If behavior is not guided in the right direction through appropriate training →appropriate training, the Boerboel can tend to develop bad habits and take control itself.
As a →classic family dog, the large canine is not suitable. Even though it can fit well into a family and children generally do not bother it, it is a working dog. Carefree outings to the lake or playground could prove difficult due to its strong protective instinct and territorial behavior.
Only those who have a piece of land with a farm to guard or another task for the four-legged friend should consider the Boerboel as a companion in their life.
