The Majorca Mastiff or Ca de Bou, It is a breed of dog native of Mallorca, Spain. The molosser is related to the Dogo Canario (Canary dog of prey).
According to breed historians, in very ancient times, dogs used to accompany their masters in commercial and cultural exchanges, by sea between the different peoples of Mediterranean waters.
The role of the dogs, years. At that time, it was the defense against possible attacks by pirates and buccaneers that more than once suffered the merchants in the coastal ports.
Then, the dog that was used for such guard tasks was the so-called Dogo de la Península Ibérica.
In the 18th century, as one of the consequences of the Treaty of Utrecht, Minorca became a British colony. (Read all about the race…).
Where can we find out...
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Spanish Bou Ca Club
Road of Manacor, 387 Low
07198 Son Ferriol (Palma de Mallorca)
Phones: + 34 607 54 05 95
Email: Club@cadebouspain.es
Breeders outside of Spain:
- Mars Garden (France)
- R. J. Osanna (Poland)
- Toldi Kennel (Poland) – Agnieszka Franczak
- Von Zillion (Belgium) – Mario Bertels & Géry Siaens Tel.: 003216449354 – Email: mabertels@Skynet.be
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