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Cimarrón Uruguayo (or Cimarrón)

🏞 History

Originating from Uruguay, the Cimarrón Uruguayo is a breed born from the vast South American plains. These dogs descend from European cattle herders and hunters crossed to survive and thrive in extreme conditions. Robust and courageous, Cimarróns have been shaped by centuries of work and challenges in the wild.

🐕 Breed Portrait

The Cimarrón is a powerful, active, and ultra-loyal dog. Instinctively protective, it watches over its family while remaining an affectionate companion. Its independent nature requires an owner capable of setting clear boundaries. Although somewhat wary of strangers, good socialization from a young age allows it to become a balanced, adaptable dog ready to explore new environments.

🔍 In Brief

  • Hypoallergenic: No

  • Weight: 38-45 kg (males), 33-40 kg (females)

  • Height: 58-61 cm (males), 55-58 cm (females)

  • Life Expectancy: 10-12 years

  • Physical Activity Needs: 1.5 to 2 hours per day

❤️ Personality & Compatibility

  • Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

  • Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

  • Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • Playful: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

  • Vocalizations (barking): ⭐⭐☆☆☆

  • Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

  • Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

  • Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

  • Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

  • Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Compatibility:

  • With children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (gentle and protective)

  • With animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (requires socialization)

  • With strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (reserved but not aggressive)

  • In an apartment: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (prefers a garden or large spaces)

🌟 Ideal for: Dynamic owners living in a house with a fenced garden, ready to invest time in its training and physical needs.

🛠 Hygiene & care

  • Maintenance difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

  • Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

  • Maintenance frequency: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

💰 Budget

  • Purchase price: 1000-1200 €

  • Average annual cost: 1000-1500 € (food, veterinary care, maintenance)

🌟 In summary

The Cimarrón Uruguayo is a powerful and intelligent dog, perfect for an active outdoor life. Protective and affectionate, it thrives with an owner who can provide a structured environment, plenty of exercise, and attention. If you are looking for a loyal and robust companion, the Cimarrón is for you!

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Your dog is part of your family. The pet insurance from Belfius Direct Insurance takes care of him by covering unexpected veterinary costs in case of illness or accident in Belgium.

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