Historical references about existence of Presa Canario on Canary Islands (Noticias historicas sobre la existencia del Perro de Presa en Canarias)

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…

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CANARIES, LAND OF DOGS

"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…

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Purpose of having a working dog

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…

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Presa Canario – general appearance

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…

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