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Genghis
Estrela Mountain dog.
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large breed of dog from the Estrela Mountains of Portugal bred to guard herds and homesteads.
They are "one of the oldest breeds in the Iberian Peninsula.
Age: 22 months
Weight: 69 kgs.
Height: 30" at shoulders.
Appearance: Barbary Lion like.
Temperment: playful, good-natured, intelligent, independent, extremely strong.
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Don't plan on having one of these in a small back garden or pen.
He's named Genghis after Genghis Khan (the largest land owner in history) for a reason.
This breed likes to roam, protect and guard its territory.
The estrella is quiet, calm and playful but can tap into the strength and power of a lion if they need/want to making them a fantastic guardian for livestock or the homestead.
Please understand these are big powerful dogs not Christmas gifts, Collectable fashion accessories, or a means to compensate for a lack of masculinity.
The Estrela don't suffer with hip or joint issues as many large dogs suffer with in old age.
The estrella have a unique double Dew Claw and strong hips to help them climb montainous regions in their country of origin (Portugal)
The Estrella commonly live to 10-15+ years.
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