About the Dogo Argentino
The Dogo Argentino was developed in Argentina in the 1920s by Dr Antonio Nores Martinez, who wanted a courageous pack-hunting dog able to track large game such as wild boar. It is a large, muscular, all-white dog, about 60 to 68 cm tall and 35 to 45 kg.
Its strength, speed and hunting drive are the result of that history.
Temperament: what living with one is like
Dogos are loyal, brave and affectionate with their family. They are also strong, with a high prey drive and a tendency towards dominance with other dogs. They need a calm, confident owner, early socialisation and consistent, firm and fair training from a young age.
This is not a breed for beginners or for homes with other small pets. A Dogo needs a secure fence, a lead in public, and an owner who can control a powerful dog at all times.
Living with a Dogo Argentino in Delhi NCR
The Dogo Argentino has a shorter coat and copes with Delhi's weather better than heavily coated breeds, but it is still a dog living through 40°C summers. A few habits keep it comfortable:
- Shade, water and a cool room. Fresh water at all times, and a cool spot (AC or cooler) at the hottest hours.
- Walk in the cool hours. Early morning and late evening in summer, and check that the pavement is not too hot for paws.
- Never leave a dog in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
- Watch the monsoon. Keep the coat and ears dry and ask your vet about tick and flea control.
Dogos have a short, white coat and thin skin that can sunburn easily, so avoid long sun exposure and exercise in the cool hours. A cool room in summer and a warm bed in winter are important.
Flats and apartments: A Dogo is a large, strong dog that does best with space and a secure garden. A flat is possible only with an experienced owner and plenty of exercise. Check your society's rules on dogs and lifts before you decide.
Grooming and shedding
The short white coat needs a weekly brush and an occasional bath. Dogos shed moderately all year.
Check the skin for sunburn, rashes and allergies, as white dogs are prone to them. Trim nails, clean ears and brush teeth.
Exercise and training
A Dogo needs about one to two hours of vigorous exercise a day, with training and a secure space to run. Always use a lead in public and a secure fence at home.
Socialise from the first weeks with people, places and other dogs, ideally with a professional trainer. Keep puppy exercise gentle while the joints develop.
Health: what to know before you choose
Every breed has conditions it is more prone to. For the Dogo Argentino, it is better to know these early:
- Deafness, common in all-white dogs, in one or both ears; ask about hearing tests.
- Skin problems and sunburn on white skin.
- Hip dysplasia.
- Hypothyroidism in some dogs.
- Bloat (gastric torsion), an emergency in deep-chested dogs.
Ask about the puppy's parents and any health records that exist, and book a vet check soon after your puppy comes home. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight and having regular check-ups is the best thing you can do.
Breed rules and restrictions
Rules about powerful or large guardian breeds can differ by city, municipality and housing society, and can change over time. Some societies restrict certain breeds in lifts or common areas, and some areas may ask for registration or a muzzle in public. Check the current rules for your area and your society before you choose, and ask us if you are unsure. A Dogo Argentino is a decision for a committed owner who can train and safely control a strong dog.
In October 2022 the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation announced a ban on keeping the Dogo Argentino as a pet. Rules can be revised or challenged, so always confirm the current position with your local civic body before you choose.
Feeding and puppy care
Large-breed puppies grow fast, so ask your vet about a food made for large-breed puppies and an appropriate feeding amount. Young puppies usually eat three to four meals a day, moving to two as they grow. Avoid overfeeding to make a puppy bigger or faster: slow, steady growth is kinder to growing joints.
Your vet will set your puppy's vaccination and deworming schedule. Puppies usually start their vaccines at around six to eight weeks, with boosters a few weeks apart, so ask us which vaccines and dewormers have already been given and when the next ones are due. We will always tell you the puppy's real age and what it has been eating.
Dogo Argentino puppy price in Delhi NCR
There is no single price for a Dogo Argentino puppy, and be careful of anyone who quotes one without asking questions. What you pay depends on the puppy's age, lineage and records, health and hearing checks and current availability. Prices can change from one litter to the next.
Remember the price of the puppy is only the start. Larger dogs eat more, need bigger beds and more medication, and cost more at the vet. Plan for food, vaccines, vet visits, grooming, training, a cool place to sleep and the unexpected. A puppy priced far below what others ask is worth questioning: ask where it was born, how old it really is and what records exist.
Message or call us and we will share what is available for this breed right now, what is included, and what we can and cannot show you. You can meet the puppy by appointment before you decide.
Is a Dogo Argentino right for you?
A Dogo Argentino may suit you if you are very experienced with powerful breeds, can train and control a strong dog, and have a secure home with space.
You may want a different breed if you are a first-time owner, have small children or small pets, or are not sure about the local rules for this breed. In that case another breed might fit better, and we will tell you honestly.
