Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz

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Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz History

The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz (RBA), also known as the Andalusian Fighting Dog, is a Spanish fighting type purebred medium-sized working dog. It is primarily used in the sport of bullbaiting, but is also used for pest control. It shares some characteristics and physical characteristics with other European fighting dogs and with the American Pit Bull Terrier. The RBA is first and foremost a working and sporting breed. Its prey drive and attitude as a fighting dog are, however, still present. In addition, this trait protects the RBA from predators, such as wolves, foxes, and lynxes. The RBA is loyal to its master and will protect him from any threat. The RBA is good with children, but should not be trusted with small animals.

Time of Origin

1700s

Country of Origin

Spain

Ancestry

Toy Fox Terrier, English White Terrier

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Physical Characteristics

The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is a small, medium-large sized breed of hunting dogs used in Spain. They have a muscular, hardy build, with a harsh, weather-resistant, double-coat. The hair on the face is short, and long, wavy hair forms a ruff around the neck, and hangs down to the shoulders. The tail is carried high, and the hair on the legs and feet is moderately long and thick. Coat colors and markings vary, but are usually white, with solid, fawn, or brindle shades. They commonly have slightly pointed ears, and almond-shaped eyes of different colors.

Eye Colors

Hazel, Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

White, Pied

Height Range

Male Height Range: 14 – 17 inches

Female Height Range: 14 – 17 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 16 – 18 lbs

Female Weight Range: 16 – 18 lbs

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

14-17 yrs

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Health Concerns

None Known, Obesity, Retained Testicle

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Temperament and Behaviour

The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is an intelligent, gentle, and brave dog that is ideally suited to family life. They are highly sociable and intelligent, and are known to be easy to train. They are playful and get along well with children, but they can be shy with strangers.

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz Activity Requirements

The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is a medium-sized herding dog with a long history of working in Spain. They are a very intelligent, loyal, and protective dog. While they were originally created to be a herding dog, it is rare to find one of these dogs working as a herder today. They are still used for herding, but also as guard dogs and as companions. The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is an energetic but calm, quiet, and reserved dog. They are not overly demanding of exercise and are happy to just hang out around the house. They do, however, need regular walks and some play time.

Miles Per Day

10 miles

Activity Per Day

60 minutes

Daily Food

1 cups

Kennel Club Recognition

American Kennel Club

Not Recognized

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is part of the Unclassified group.

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The Kennel Club

Not Recognized

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Australian National Kennel Council

Not Recognized

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is part of the Unclassified group.

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Canadian Kennel Club

Not Recognized

Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is part of the Unclassified group.

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