Fila Brasileiro

In this exciting episode, Gilberto Miranda talks about the famous and feared Fila Brasileiro. Are you going to miss it? Check out the video, it's amazing. ------------------------------------------------------- The Fila Brasileiro is a large to giant dog breed developed in Brazil, and the first Brazilian breed to be recognized internationally. The Fila Brasileiro is used as a guard dog.[1] The origin of this canine is tied to the colonization of the country, when Europeans brought their working dogs here. However, as with other ancient breeds, the exact genetic origin of the Fila Brasileiro is unknown. The first theory about its origin speculated that through several crosses between three large English breeds, a Brazilian dog emerged that inherited the large and strong bone structure of the English mastiff, the loose skin and low-set ears of the bloodhounds, and the endurance of the ancient bulldogs. However, there are no facts to support this theory.[2][3] The theory considered most plausible and well-founded is that the Fila Brasileiro descends from large Portuguese and Spanish dogs—primarily the Mastín Leonés (a variety of the Spanish Mastiff) and the Castro Laboreiro Dog, among others—brought to Brazil during the Iberian Union. The Fila Brasileiro is still considered an anonymous figure in Brazilian history since the times of colonial Brazil, when it helped the colonizers conquer territory, protecting the Bandeirantes' entourages from attacks by natives and jaguars or cougars; helping protect livestock[4] and even being used by the colonizers to recapture runaway slaves.[5] Fila Brasileiro Robust, it is described as having an excellent sense of smell and a strong temperament, requiring the firm hand of experienced owners. Known for its intense aversion to strangers, its initial standard was modified to reflect a "less intimidating" face. On the other hand, it is seen as a tolerant, well-behaved, and safe canine with children.[2] Source: Wikipedia ------------------------------------------------------- #filabrasileiro #cachorrofila #gilbertomiranda