Is a Canary Mastiff (Presa Canario) a very hard dog?

[Anonymous]

A couple days someone, I found a small box with an abandoned puppy. It said ''3 weeks old presa canario''. For a puppy, I have to admit it seems a bit bigger than other puppies.

I think all breeds are special in their ways but is that breed very hard to work on? It looks exactly like this puppy:

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It's a female and she was hungry. I fed her. Someone apparently doesn't want it and I don't mind raising it but I wonder how challenging or hard is that breed. I never had a Presa Canario before.

[dustybiker]

You’ll need to see a vet. That age is far too young to leave it’s mother. The breed is challenging. Get a good dog trainer. Age will be on your side on that, but you have your work cut out for you.

[Asker]

Yes I'll make sure of that. I'm that has fearless guardian traits, dominant temperament and quite territorial with its owner and property; more like a guard dog. Those are similar traits in Rotts too.
I definitely have to get it socialized. I wouldn't want it to be barking at any person that passes by.

Since it's a female, I'm guessing it might be more docile and slightly less territorial.

[dustybiker]

Females/males tend to differ in dominance in different breeds. I’m not sure with this one. Maybe ask a breeder? With this pup so young, if you train it well you could have a solid and happy dog. If all other factors go in your favor too.

The pup is lucky you found it. Good on you. 👏

[Guy13]

They are sweet but have tiny heart and BIG Body. Lifespan is not as long as most dogs. They tens to lay around but make a great blanket in winter and pillow in warm seasons... GO FOR IT !!!

[Asker]

Thank you. It's sad that dogs, esp big breeds don't live long.

[Guy13]

They are sweet but 10 years isn't too bad.