How to Identify a Broholmer

Broholmers are assigned to the working group [1] and are a mastiff-type breed of dog. They originated in Denmark and were initially used for hunting stags during the Middle Ages, and then later for guarding large farms and manors. [2] While they do share a few characteristics with other dog breeds, they also have multiple unique ones. This wikiHow will help you with figuring out whether or not a dog is a Broholmer.

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Taking Note of the Body Structure

  1. Broholmers are typically somewhere between 27.5 to 29.5 inches (70 to 75 cm) tall, and they usually weigh anywhere from 90 to 150 pounds (41 to 68 kg). [3]
  2. Broholmers should have a head that is wide and quite large, and it should also appear heavy. [4]
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  3. Broholmers should have ears that are set quite high and medium in size. The dog should carry their ears so that they hang near their cheeks. [5]
  4. Broholmers should have eyes that are round and aren't excessively big. Their eyes may be anywhere from a light to a dark amber color. [6]
  5. Broholmers should have a quite low-set tail with a base that is broad. The dog should carry their tail in a drooping manner, and when the dog is in motion, their tail should be up and horizontal, ideally not higher than that. You should not notice that the dog's tail is curled or that the dog is carrying it over their back. [7]
  6. Broholmers should appear rectangular with a build that is strong. The dog should have a stopping, composed gait. [8]
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Checking the Coat

  1. Broholmers may be golden red, black, or yellow with a black-colored mask. You may also notice markings that are white in color on the dog's feet, tail tip, and chest. [9]
  2. Broholmers should have a coat that is short in length. [10]
  3. Broholmers should have a coat that lies close, and you should also notice that the dog has an undercoat which is thick. [11]
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Analyzing Temperament

  1. Broholmers are known to be protective dogs and quite loyal to their family. [12]
  2. Because Broholmers are protective, they can be wary around strangers and will need training and socialization to help curb this. [13]
  3. Despite their size potentially making one think otherwise, Broholmers are known to be calm, good-natured dogs overall, who tend to do well with children, though they should be supervised when around them because of their size, and other pets, as long as they've been raised with them. [14]
  4. Broholmers are known to be confident dogs, who are usually not afraid to try new things. [15]
  5. Broholmers are known to be intelligent dogs that tend to be easy to train. However, they may also act stubborn if they aren't given commands that are firm. [16]
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      Tips

      • If you want to find out what breed your dog is, consider dog DNA testing. This can help confirm whether or not your dog is a Broholmer.
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      Warnings

      • Be aware that Broholmers may be banned or restricted in certain areas [17] , so be sure to check breed bans in your areas first if you're considering getting a Broholmer.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/foundation-stock-service-program/fss-breeds-broken-group/
      2. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/broholmer/
      3. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/broholmer/
      4. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      5. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      6. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      7. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      8. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      9. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      1. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      2. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/315g02-en.pdf
      3. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/broholmer-temperament/
      4. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/broholmer-temperament/
      5. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/broholmer-temperament/
      6. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/broholmer-temperament/
      7. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/broholmer-temperament/
      8. ↑ https://petolog.com/articles/banned-dogs.html

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