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Monday, 12 May 2008

Dogue De Bordeaux Puppies for Sale - Dog Breed Information

Size : Large

Origin : France

INTRODUCTION
The Dogue de Bordeaux was known in France as early as the fourteenth century. Dog fighting was popular in the nineteenth century, particularly in southern France in the region around Bordeaux. Hence, the city lent its name to these large fighting dogs.
The most famous Dogue De Bordeaux dog, must be the one which was featured in the film 'Turner and Hooch' starring Tom Hanks.

APPEARANCE
The Dogue de Bordeaux comes in two varieties, Dogues and Doguins, the former being a considerably larger dog than the latter. Breeding of the Doguins has been seriously neglected in recent years and the variety has dwindled to near nonexistence.

CHARACTERISTICS
Despite this breeds fearsome appearance, the Dogue de Bordeaux breed is gentle with children and other family members. However this is a powerful animal, and is not suitable for an inexperienced dog owner.

The Dogue De Bordeaux breed has a good and calm temperament. It is an extremely loyal dog, patient and devoted to his family.

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