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Ancestral livestock guardian.
Loyal and tender companion.
Rustic and healthy.
Get acquainted with this extraordinary Portuguese canine breed.

The loyal friend
The Estrela is a potentially excellent family dog.
But he needs a balanced education.
Long-haired Estrela Mountain Dogs. Photo: Miguel Silva
The origin of the Estrela is related to the need of protecting the flocks from wolves.


Short-haired Estrela Mountain Dog. Photo: Ponta da Pinta

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