Quick navigation
RIVALDO - FILA BRASILEIRO (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Brazilian Mastiff Dogs For Adoption in Jasper, AL, USA
For Adoption
-
Nickname:
Rivaldo
-
Breed
-
Gender
Male
-
Age
Adult
-
Location
Jasper, AL, 35504 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Fila Brasileiro (short coat). Loyalty Defined: Seeking a Fila-experienced family for our sweet and clever Rivaldo! Are you ready to meet a truly unique and intelligent fellow who needs a very specific kind of love? Then let us introduce you to Rivaldo, our handsome boy! Our sweet Rivaldo is seeking a loving forever home! This clever 5-year-old Fila Brasileiro is neutered and ready to shower his chosen family with boundless loyalty. He's looking for a family who truly understands his Fila heart, including his HARD temperament and natural caution around strangers – a trait known as "ojeriza". A family with extensive Fila experience that can offer lots of patience, consistent leadership, and clear guidance to help him feel safe, loved, and confident in his new world is essential in helping this smart boy feel secure and flourish. Are you ready for the rewarding journey of earning Rivaldo's trust? Do you have the necessary experience to give Rivaldo a forever home? If you are ready for a special bond and have extensive Fila Brasileiro experience, please reach out to learn more about adopting this intelligent and loyal boy!
-
Physical Attributes
Eye Color: Brown Ear Type: Droopy Tail Type: Long Coat Length: Short Grooming Needs: Low Likes to Vocalize: Some Shedding Amount: Moderate -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: No Energy Level: Moderate Activity Level: Moderately Active Exercise Needs: Moderate Fence Required: 6 foot Owner Experience Required: Breed Other: - Not Good With Male Dogs
- Yard Required
- Crate Trained
- Housetrained
- Protective/Territorial
-
Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No
Simplify Your Perfect PUPPY SEARCH
Let PuppyFinder Help!
Let PuppyFinder Help!
Save Time. Get The Right Match. Buy Puppy Safer.
CREATE A WANTED ADRescue Information
-
Organization name
Fila 911 Rescue and Rehab
-
Location:
Jasper, Alabama, 35504 USAUSA
Breed overview
Brazilian Mastiff
A.K.A.: Fila Brasileiro, Brazilian Fila, Fila Mastiff, Brazilian Mastim, Cão de Fila, Mastim Brasileiro, Brazilian Guard Dog, Fila, Fila from Brazil, Fila Dog
Overview:
The Brazilian Mastiff, or Fila Brasileiro, is a magnificent and ancient breed originating from Brazil, where it was historically used for tracking, hunting large game, and guarding plantations. These formidable dogs are instantly recognizable by their large, powerful build, often featuring a loose, wrinkled skin, especially around the head and neck, and a short, dense coat that comes in various solid colors or brindle patterns. Temperamentally, Filas are known for their loyalty and protective instincts towards their families, making them excellent, albeit reserved, guardians. They possess a natural wariness of strangers and a strong prey drive, requiring early socialization and consistent training to channel their assertive nature appropriately. Due to their significant size and need for space, they are generally unsuitable for apartment living and thrive in homes with ample yard space. While generally robust, like many large breeds, they can be predisposed to conditions such as hip and elbow dysplasia and bloat, necessitating careful breeding and veterinary care.
See more...