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The Canine Chronicles Directory
Cimarron Uruguayo
The Cimarron Uruguayo is also known as the Perro Criollo or the Perro Gaucho. The
word "cimarron" means untamed or wild. The skull of this breed is wider than it
is long and has a moderate stop. The muzzle is brown and powerful. The upper lips
cover the lower lips. The teeth should meet in a scissor-like bite. The nose is
broad and black and the almond-shaped eyes are any color of brown. The ears are
medium-sized and triangular in shape; dropped, but do not hang close to the cheeks.
The ears may be cropped in a rounded shape similar to a puma ear. The neck is strong
and well-muscled. The chest is deep to the elbow and is broad with a well-developed
forechest. The topline can be level or slightly saddle shaped. The thick tail is
low set and reaches to the hock. It is carried low when the dog is at rest and horizontally
or slightly upward when the dog is in motion. The short and smooth coat has an undercoat
and comes in brindle and all shades of fawn with or without a mask or black shading.
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Temperament
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The Cimarron Uruguayo is intelligent, courageous, strong and agile. This clever
breed has a docile temperament, though only with its humans. They are aggressive
towards strangers and intruders, but is calm around its human pack. They are superb
guard dogs and a firmly loyal companion.
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Height, Weight
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Male Height: 23-24" ; Weight: about 84-100 lbs.
Female Height: 21-23" ; Weight: 73-88 lbs.
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Health Problems
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Hip dysplasia is a concern with most large breeds.
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Living Conditions
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The Cimarron Uruguayo is a working breed and would do better living in the country
or with a large yard.
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Exercise
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This breed needs plenty of exercise to maintain their fitness level.
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Life Expectancy
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About 10-12 years
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Grooming
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The coat of this breed should be brushed regularly.
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Origin
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The Cimarron Uruguayo is thought to be descended from dogs that were brought into
Uruguay by the Spanish and Portuguese conquerors. The dogs that were left behind
bred amongst themselves with only the fittest surviving. Eventually, the people
in the region recognized that these dogs would make excellent guard, herding and
hunting dogs. The Cimarron is the National Dog of Uruguay. This breed was recognized
by the FCI and the UKC in 2006.
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Group
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Guardian Breed
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