Cimarron Urguayo

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Size: Large
Other Names: Cimarron, Cimarron Dog, Perro Cimarron, Uruguayan Cimarron, Cimarron Creole, Maroon Dog, Cerro Largo Dog, Uruguayan Gaucho Dog
Country of Origin: Uruguay
Accreditation:
United Kennel Club (UKC): Guardian Dog

The Cimarron Uruguayo is medium-sized, compact, strong and muscular, and agile. His skull is wider than it is long, and his muzzle is broad and powerful, and only slightly shorter than his skull. His nose is broad and black; his eyes are medium-sized, almond-shaped, and any color of brown; and his ears are medium-sized, triangular, and dropped.

A Uruguayan catch-and-guard dog for a house and yard with experienced handling; short coat, a serious presence, not a casual apartment pet.

The Cimarron Uruguayo is a breed of molosser-type dog originating in Uruguay. In Latin America, cimarrón means feral, referring to the breed's history. The Cimarron is used for guarding, hunting, and all dog sports in its native Uruguay.

Height: Male: 22.8-24 inches; Female: slightly smaller
Weight: Male: 83.8-99.2 pounds
Color: Usually brindle, but may be a pale yellow ("bayo"), with a black face
Coat: Short, smooth and close, with an undercoat
Lifespan: 10–13 years
Litter size: 4–8 puppies

Temperament

The Cimarron Uruguayo is an intelligent and courageous dog.

Training

Like all large dogs, the Cimarron must be well-socialized when very young, if it is to be safely kept as a companion.

Care and grooming

The Cimarron Uruguayo has been known to have hip and elbow dysplasia.

Shedding

Low to moderate.

Health

The Cimarron Urguayo is generally a hardy molosser-type farm dog. Hip dysplasia can occur in large guardian breeds, so joint screening of breeding stock is wise.

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