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Boerboel — printable fact sheet
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Boerboel
Canis lupus familiaris
The Boerboel is a large, powerful dog breed originally developed in South Africa as a farm and estate guardian. Renowned for its protective instincts, intelligence, and strong bonds with family, the Boerboel is both a loyal companion and an effective working dog. This breed is m…
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- Despite their formidable appearance, well-socialized Boerboels are gentle and affectionate with children, often becoming highly protective of them.
- Boerboels are known for their exceptional loyalty and are one of the few dog breeds specifically bred to guard homesteads against large predators. Their name comes from the Afrikaans words 'boer' (farmer) and 'boel' (dog), reflecting their origin as the 'farmer's dog.'
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