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Recognized by their squatty bodies and sweet, wrinkly faces, the Dogue de Bordeaux is the perfect mix of gentle companion and wary watch dog. They have kind hearts and quickly bond with kids, but don’t let intruders in sight, or they’ll be in for an unpleasant surprise. Full-grown, they typically weigh 110-160 pounds and stand 23-27 inches tall.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Their gentle nature is a good fit for families with kids, and they often take on a protector role when confronted with strangers. The Dogue de Bordeaux isn’t usually aggressive but may show hostility toward foreign dogs, especially males. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Dogue de Bordeaux have a moderate energy level but still need a daily dose of exercise. When they aren’t snoozing the day away indoors, take them outside for a long walk or play session to get their blood moving. If you’re the sporty type, consider getting your Dogue de Bordeaux involved in agility or weight pulling activities, which they seem to have a natural talent for and enjoy. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Dogue de Bordeaux has a soft, short coat that covers their thick, wrinkly skin. Their fur is usually fawn or mahogany with a black or red mask. Some dogs also have white markings on their chest and toes. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. This breed is calm and patient, making it easy to socialize them with other animals in your home. The breed prefers to have space where they can run and play, but apartment life is suitable as well. They are fairly easy to train.

The Perro de Presa Canario (or “Presa”) is a smart and suspicious breed that’s intent on defending their “herd.” They bond with their families and will do anything to protect them. These big, brawny dogs are macho by nature and quickly let strangers and other dogs know who’s in charge. Full-grown, they typically weigh 84-110 pounds and stand 22-26 inches tall.

Perro de Presa Canarios are generally not the best fit for families with young kids. The Perro de Presa Canario is not as child-friendly as other breeds, but they can get along fine if socialized from an early age. However, their size can be dangerous to small children, so keep an eye on them around babies and toddlers. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Presas need a moderate amount of exercise each day to stay physically and mentally stimulated. They love to run and play but may get aggressive toward other dogs if you take them to a dog park or communal space. It’s helpful to have a large, secured yard at home, where your Presa can be active without worrying about defending their territory. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Presas have coarse coats of short, flat hair that feels harsh to the touch. They shed often but are easy to groom. Shedding is particularly heavy in the spring and fall. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Perro de Presa Canarios are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. This breed can be in a home with other dogs, but they need to be the alpha dog. They don’t get along well with cats and are best suited for a home with a yard, where they can run and play whenever they please. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.