Cane Paratore

The Cane Paratore is a breed of dog originating from Abruzzo, Italy, where they were bred to be working dogs. They are noted for their strong and loyal personality. Physically, they have a long, well-proportioned muzzle and erect ears that give them a distinctive appearance.

General details

The Cane Paratore is a medium-sized breed, with an average weight of 8-10 kg, a height of 30-35 cm and an average longevity of 12-15 years. They are not recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI).

Breed history in brief

The Cane Paratore dog breed is a breed of dog originating in Italy, developed in the Abruzzo region in the early 19th century. This breed was created with the purpose of serving as guard and defense dogs, in addition to having great endurance and resistance to cold. The Cane Paratore is a breed that has played an important role in the history of Italy, being used as a working dog since the 19th century. These dogs were mainly used for guarding estates, farms and ranches, and also for hunting large animals. During World War II, the Cane Paratore was trained by the Italian army to locate mines and other explosives. Today, the Cane Paratore has become one of the most popular dog breeds in Italy, being used as a companion animal and for recreational activities.

Breed characteristics

The Cane Paratore dog breed is a robustly built dog breed. The head is large, with a long, well-proportioned muzzle, erect ears and large, dark eyes. These dogs have a soft, fine and dense coat that can be white, gray, brown and black. Their coat can also be lighter shades on the upper body, with a darker tone underneath. The Cane Paratore has a cheerful and playful personality, they are very intelligent, loyal and loving to their family. This breed is also characterized by its great endurance and adaptability, so they are able to live both indoors and outdoors.

Common health problems

The most common diseases to which the Cane Paratore dog breed is subject are osteodystrophy, glenoid protrusion syndrome, spinocerebellar ataxia and Legg-Calve-Perthes disease.