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Originally posted by MARYDVM
The Brazilian standard for the Fila requires "ojeriza" translated as "hatred" or "ill-will" towards strangers. The original dogs were expected to be profoundly aggressive to anyone they did not live with. Of course, American breeding practices are very different from Brazilian ones. The only way to know what type of temperament you are likely to get is to familiarize yourself with the parents, the line, and the puppies as they develop. One problem I have heard of with some Filas, is high suspicion (correct for the breed) combined with weak nerves(absolutely incorrect for the breed.) |
I've only met a few Filas but this is a problem I've seen too. One of the breeds used to create the Fila, as I understand it, was the Bloodhound. A Bloodhound is NEVER supposed to be aggressive and, in fact, is described as *somewhat shy*. This, combined with a Mastiff-type temperament, can be a recipe for disaster.
Nancy