Saint Miguel Cattle Dog
Working group · Portugal
Saint Miguel Cattle Dog
Medium sizeShort coatModerate sheddingHigh energyModerate barking
The Saint Miguel Cattle Dog, also known as the Cão de Fila de São Miguel, originated on São Miguel Island in the Azores archipelago of Portugal, developed over several centuries of island ranching history. They are confident, courageous, and loyal dogs with a strong protective instinct, tending to be reserved with strangers but deeply devoted to their family. This breed was developed to herd and control cattle on rugged island terrain, also serving as a capable farm guardian.
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