From the early years of this century we have had graphic documents, which show, for the first time, the existence of the Perro de Presa in the Canaries.Some of these old photographs, which we have been able to include in this book, show dogs that lived in the…
From throughout the 16th century, and according to the "Cedularios del Cabildo de Tenerife" ( The Island Government Records Office, Tenerife): In agreement with the Island Government of Tenerife, as from 5th February, 1516, butchers will be allowed to have, at their service, a pair of ‘Perros de…
The domestic animals in the Canarian Archipelago before it was conquered by the Castilian Crown, were part of the aboriginal culture of the inhabitants of the islands. The dog was part of that culture and had many functions. They were used to watch over and heard goats and…
"The old philosophers, were those who investigated most the occult, and as they saw these qualities and others, they esteemed these islands so much that they obtained them through Eliseos Campos and they named them "Good Fortune".by Eduardo de Benito RuizJERUSALEN LIBERTADA Of the diverse etymologies about the origin…
What's the purpose of having a working dog? It's all about having a great companion in everyday life and every situation. If it's not possible than how could this dog protect anybody. This is why I always wander how it is that some people would like to see…
Probably the oldest movie in with we can see Presa Canario. Series named "Oceano" directed by Ruggero Deodato were made in 1988 and movie was released in 1989. Action takes place on island of Lanzarotte and wanting to show first and foremost Presas I couldn't resist to leave…
Presa Canario appearance: it's a dog of medium size of robust body, rectangular profile and appearance of solidity. It's function made it a versatile dog, used in the handling and subjugation of cattle, guarding and protection of property and as participant of pechadas (style of fight invented in…
