Dog name: I-Chajenne von Mabrunic
Owner: Max und Vreny Grossenbacher
How did I discover the Cao da Serra de Aires? Through an article in the Hunde magazine
Why die I choose this breed? Looks, temper and size. Wanted another sheepdog.
Size? 50cm
Weight? 16kg
Age? 15Mt.
Bitch, first heat? none, yet
Intevalls between heat? -
Male, when was the first time he lifted his leg? -
What is he eating? Favorite, not at all. Favorite: Cat food and cottage cheese. Not at all: Rice, Eukanuba on a daily basis.
What does his home look like? E.g. Family dog, behavior with children, cats, other dogs... Chajenne lives together with three adults, a cat and a rabbit.
Is he nervous? On and off
Does he heard? Yes, if one could.
Is he timid? On and off
Or rather cautious? Yes
How is his behavior with strange dogs? Mostly friendly
How is his behavior with strange people, at home, outside? At home and outside rather cautious, later often inquisitive to bold.
Good qualities: Very good guard dog. Always good temper. No rowdy.
Less good: Impatient and very sensitve.
Special features: Chajenne is very intelligent and likes to work.
How often and how long do I brush my dog? Everyday a bit when necessary. Once a week thorough.
Is coat maintenance pleasant or strenuous? Pleasant
How is the dog putting up with the brushing procedure? At some body parts with lots of protest!
What does my dog like? Chajenne likes to retrieve, cuddle, playing with the cat, hiking and toy animals.
What are we training together? Obedience, family dog, agility... Daily practice for obedience, dog dance and once in a while agility.
Requests or questions: We hope that breeders are not trying to alter this great dog.