Cao de Castro Laboreiro
Portugal • large size
Cao de Castro Laboreiro is a large breed from Portugal, known for being protective, happy in cold weather, good with kids.
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Cão de Castro Laboreiro
Accented listing of the Castro Laboreiro cattle dog; vigilant and territorial guardian.
ProtectiveHappy In Cold WeatherGood With Kids
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Size
Large
Life
10-12 years
Group
Working
Origin
Portugal
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