Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Brave
Bright

Alert
Dignified
Responsive
Calm
Friendly

Dogue Brasileiros aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Chinooks make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Brazil

United States

Bull Terrier, Boxer

Husky, North Pole Sled Team Dog

APRI - American Pet Registry Inc.
CBKC = Confederação Brasileira de Cinofilia
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

1980s

1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brindle
Brown
White
Red

Fawn
White
Black
Gray

Dogue Brasileiros have short coats.

Chinooks have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Dogue Brasileiro can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chinook can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Dogue Brasileiros are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Chinooks are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dogue Brasileiros typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Chinook breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy
Lethal Acrodermatitis
Subaortic Stenosis

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy

Excessive Shyness
Eye Abnormalities
Hip Dysplasia
Hormonal Skin Problems
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Seizures And Spondylosis

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Hip
Blood Test
Eyes
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Dogue Brasileiros are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Chinooks are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Dogue Brasileiro has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chinook has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Dogue Brasileiros require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Chinooks need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Dogue Brasileiros sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chinooks have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Dogue Brasileiro dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chinooks bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dogue Brasileiro, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinook, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Dogue Brasileiro is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Chinook requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dogue Brasileiro is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Chinook is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dogue Brasileiro is between $105 - $126. This makes an average of $1260 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chinook is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Dogue Brasileiro is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chinooks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Dogue Brasileiros are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chinooks make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dogue Brasileiros are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Chinooks are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Dogue Brasileiros are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chinooks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dogue Brasileiros are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chinooks are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Dogue Brasileiros are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chinooks are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.