The combination of these two factors led to a significant drop in the population of the dog and since then it was predominantly used as a farmer’s assistant. Moreover other breeds such as the German Shepherd Dog and the Doberman became highly preferred guardians and replaced the Dogo Canario in this role. This cruel entertainment was declared outside the law in the 40s of the XX century but it persisted under-the-table for at least another dozen of years. Thanks to its incredible power and tenacity this dog earned a reputation of a relentless fighter in dog-fighting circles. The breed also effectively drove off and exterminated homeless and wild dogs. It was used to catch half-feral cattle and ferocious boars, to defend the stock from wild animals and humans and to guard the master’s possessions. The Dogo Canario performed multiple services for Spanish farmers. Finally the Bardino Majorero was added to the cross and from it the Dogo Canario inherited its remarkable intelligence, intrepidity, prowess and impressive set of teeth. British colonists brought along with them to the islands various kinds of Bulldogs and Mastiffs, which also played a certain role in creation of the breed. It’s strongly suggested that among these dogs were the Iberian Presa and different types of Bulldogs (Alanos). The majority of its forebears were imported to the Canary Islands by Spanish conquistadores. The Dogo Canario’s development as a distinct breed began somewhere between XVI and XVII centuries.
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