The Boerboel, is a large, mastiff-type dog from South Africa with a black mask and a short coat. This dog breed is large with a strong bone structure and well developed muscles. Its head appears blocky with a short length between the stop and nose.
Life expectancy: 10 – 12 years
Origin: South Africa
Colors: Black, Brindle, Piebald, Fawn, Cream, Mahogany, Brown, Red
Temperament: Obedient, Intelligent, Confident, Dominant, Territorial
Height: Male: 64–70 cm, Female: 59–65 cm
Weight: Male: 65–90 kg, Female: 50–65 kg
The word “Boerboel” derives from “boer”, the Afrikaans/Dutch word for “farmer”. The English word “bull” sounds to Dutch ears like “boel”, hence, the name Boerboel. Boerboel, therefore, translates as either “farmer’s dog” or “Boer’s dog” and should be pronounced somewhat like “burbull”. The Boerboel is the only South African dog breed created to defend the homestead.
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