Cao de Gado Transmontano
Portugal • giant size
Cao de Gado Transmontano is a giant breed from Portugal, known for being protective, happy in cold weather, good with kids.
ProtectiveHappy In Cold WeatherGood With Kids
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Cão de Gado Transmontano
Accented listing of the Transmontano mastiff; imposing flock guardian.
ProtectiveHappy In Cold WeatherGood With Kids
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Size
Giant
Life
10-12 years
Group
Working
Origin
Portugal
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