The Rastreador Brasileiro is a Brazilian breed developed for hunting and tracking, known for its courage and intelligence. It is a medium to large sized dog with a short coat, typically white with black, blue, or fawn markings.
Origin and Purpose
Developed in Brazil for hunting and tracking
Used for tracking cattle and jaguars
Appearance
Dimensions
Gender
Height
Weight
Female
58-63 cm (22.8-24.8 inches)
25-35 kg (55-77 lbs)
Male
60-65 cm (23.6-25.6 inches)
25-35 kg (55-77 lbs)
Coat
Attribute
Notes
Color
White with black, blue or fawn markings
Tricolored is allowed
Type
Short, dense and smooth
Length
Short
Care
Attribute
Notes
Shedding
Moderate
Grooming
Low
Drooling
Low
Body
Attribute
Notes
Head
Strong, broad, and proportional to the body
Skull
Slightly convex
Ears
Long, pendulous, and rounded at the tips
Eyes
Almond-shaped, dark brown or hazel
Nose
Broad, black
Muzzle
Strong, long, and slightly tapered
Teeth
Complete with scissor bite
Neck
Strong and muscular
Forequarters
Well-muscled with sloping shoulders
Fore Legs
Straight and strong
Hindquarters
Powerful and well-developed
Hind Legs
Straight and parallel
Feet
Oval-shaped and compact
Tail
Long, thick at the base, and tapering to the tip, carried saber-like or curved upwards
Gait
Long reaching, agile
Temperament
Courageous, intelligent and dedicated
Calm and friendly with family
Social
Attribute
Notes
Affectionate with Family
Very affectionate
Good with Children
Generally good
Good with Dogs
Good with other dogs
Good with Cats
Good with cats when properly introduced
Openness to Strangers
Reserved with strangers
Playfulness Level
Moderate
Protective Nature
Protective of family
Adaptability Level
Moderately adaptable
Working Roles
Hunting
Tracking
Search and rescue
Exercise Needs
High
Health
Prone to hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and ear infections
Additional Notes
Recognized by the FCI in 1967
Considered to be extinct in the 1970s, now with renewed breeding efforts
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