FILA BRASILEIRO A BEAUTY AND A BEAST

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    Gustar Barrow originally, from Guyana grew up with a Fila named Duke. On a hunting trip Gustar credits Duke with saving his life or at least from great harm, when Duke took down a Wild Boar only feet from a young Gustar.
    Fila Brasileiro is also known as the Brazilian Mastiff. The word "Filar" in Portuguese literally means "hold, arrest, grab". The breed is a "Catch dog", a dog that "bites and not loose".
    The Fila Brasileiro is believed to be a descendant of the 15th-century English Mastiff, bloodhound, bulldog and Rafeiro do Alentejo. The Fila Brasileiro breed was bred and raised primarily on large plantations and cattle farms where they originated.
    They were taught to chase down jaguars, cattle, and other animals, as well as runaway slaves. The dogs would grab the slave or animals by the neck and hold them until the farmer arrived. This instinct can be observed among puppies when they are playing.

ความคิดเห็น • 913

  • @nathenfreeman5064
    @nathenfreeman5064 4 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    My father has had over a dozen Filas... We had them around my family while growing up and would walk circle around me and my sister at our property. My father told me one time when i was young i started walking down our dirt road trying to leave and the dog came and picked me up by my shorts and carried me back home. I do disagree with what he said about the dog being friendly to other dogs, ive seen a fila pick up a pitt and shack it like a rag doll until it was dead. This breed is beautiful but not to be messed with by the untrained.

    • @FrankGabers
      @FrankGabers 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hey Guys. I have has several Dog breeds in my life. Like mastino, alano, great dane, fila , mastif, alabai and Cane Corso. Honestly, No other breed reach a fila. But now i turned to the original fila brasileiros. They are simular looking but still a fully working Dog that also protects u from big Cats and so on. The fila protects u against Humans or dogs. But If u have a Farm and need the ultimate Farm Dog, that protects u, Herd Lifestock and u can uae for hunting, than the OFB should BE Ur Dog.

    • @VitorLopes.
      @VitorLopes. 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Exatamente ​@@FrankGabers

  • @bk9adestramento
    @bk9adestramento 7 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    Hy guys, I'm Brazilian and I need to say that this dog is not for a normal family, he has a natural "ojeriza", he does not accept any person that is not part of the family, if you do not have experience with protection dogs, do not have a Fila, Fila means bite, hold and not letting go in Portuguese.

    • @phgodts
      @phgodts 7 ปีที่แล้ว +100

      I reinforce Marcelo's argument. My family had one years ago, extremely kind with people of the house but very aggressive with strangers. Took me months to educate him to ignore people in the street while walking. Another fact about the breed, they were used to protect the cattle from jaguars in the rainforest too

    • @jefersonximenes6998
      @jefersonximenes6998 7 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Thanks man, we are proud and we take care of the breed, yes. We have some other excellent ones for guard, like the Brazilian dogue, and the "bulldogue Campeiro".

    • @Darkside-origin
      @Darkside-origin 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      yeah you really don't want one hanging off your leg/ripping it off

    • @drewali7
      @drewali7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Marcelo Bus you know your dog shit!!! you mentioned the military bloodline!!!

    • @porqueveiporque
      @porqueveiporque 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fila is not that much. This black one is the best one I have ever see...

  • @Andrew17030
    @Andrew17030 6 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Fila is a special dog. Don't get one if you have any doubt you can keep it as long as it lives. They are like white on rice with the family but do not like strange adults. You can try to socialize them but you will likely have a problem one day. They have insane defense drive and will not hesitate if they feel threatened. They are not afraid of anything.

  • @ChristianYeager69
    @ChristianYeager69 6 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    Best documentary of this breed I have seen they are spectacular animals and will give their lives for you but they are not normal pets like a Labrador. These animals may look docile and sweet but will bite in a millisecond if they feel someone is challenging their owner or property even the people that say they are "good with dogs". I never locked my house until I owned a Fila and then I locked the house for the intruders protection not mine. That being said when they are with you they are teddy bears and you have nothing to fear but never forget the fact these animals work and their job is protecting their herd and pack. Do not get one of these dogs without having a huge wallet, fenced in property, and reading everything you can about their behaviour. They are a bigger liability than a firearm and can be just as lethal.

    • @Drquimbaymatumbo
      @Drquimbaymatumbo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      But there's no such thing as aggression i n the dna.......well, thats what all the idiots say anyway.

    • @trol4626
      @trol4626 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is not true, I know this breed of dog, he can take care of a baby without any risk.

    • @kelvinll2
      @kelvinll2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@Drquimbaymatumbo Olá amigo eu sou Brasileiro, e tenho um Fila. Provavelmente você terá que usar um tradutor para falar comigo, mas acredito que você entenderá oq eu vou passar para você.
      A raça Fila Brasileiro é proibida de fazer aquela competição de segurança aonde o trinador usa aquela roupa de proteção, pois quando um Fila Brasileiro esta em guarda protegendo seu dono o Seu foco é o agressor e não a Luva que ele esta vestindo.. Quando o Fila agarra a luva do treinador a mordida é tão forte que os treinadores retiram quase na mesma hora a luva.. Só que assim que ele retira a mão da luva, o Fila solta a luva e avança na direção do Treinador.. Por isso ele são proibidos nesses treinamento e competições..
      A questão do Fila, é Defesa e nada mais. Se você quer defender seu rebanho de ovelhas ou gado.. Tenha um Fila.. Ele poderá enfrentar até um LOBO norte americano.. provavelmente ele não sobreviverá mas ele dará sua vida para proteger seu Patrimônio .
      O Fila Brasileiro ele é compromissado com qualquer pessoa e idade, mas que seja da sua família!
      Se um parente distante chegar na sua casa você poderá abrir as portas para ele.. Ele poderá entrar na sua casa. Entretanto seu cachorro não dará atenção a ele como um cachorro comum.. Ele ficara sempre cercando ele e atento nas suas movimentações. E se ele achar que esse parente esta lhe atacando, ele vai atacar!!!
      É simples se você tiver sua mulher e mais 3 filhos ele será fiel até a morte com vocês 5 porem.. só com vocês 5!

    • @ricardopavan3464
      @ricardopavan3464 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@Drquimbaymatumbo
      You are completely wrong, I am Brazilian and this dog really is a dog selected for the sole and exclusive function of work. It is impossible to train this dog to socialize, or to have it in the backyard of a big city like it was some kind of pet. If you don't believe:
      Fila:
      th-cam.com/video/QmN_BXAg6qQ/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=RichardRasmussen
      Cane Corso:
      th-cam.com/video/rENKr_UbLZw/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=RichardRasmussen
      Dogo Argentino:
      th-cam.com/video/z8mrtgaGKpg/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=RichardRasmussen
      Activate the automatic caption and have it translated, just see the difference in behavior towards these three dogs. Nobody in Brazil would be stupid enough to approach a Fila without being in his everyday environment, because everyone knows the result. I could approach any breed of dog, with permission from the owner, but I would never approach a Fila.

    • @achievementseeker1730
      @achievementseeker1730 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      they are really loyal to their owners, my neighbor had a fila for like 10 years, i used to pass by his house everyday for all of these 10 years and his dog NEVER gave me any sign of kindness at all, they only love their owners but its true love and loyalty for his group

  • @1234ilikethumbwar
    @1234ilikethumbwar 7 ปีที่แล้ว +582

    Has a Fila... wears Fila jacket

    • @silviacastro8043
      @silviacastro8043 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ohh!!! Savage!

    • @louiemares1610
      @louiemares1610 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Haha good eyesight

    • @dank9288639
      @dank9288639 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      shit fila mastiffs are that fuckin nice to own haha

    • @TrinidadJamesWoods
      @TrinidadJamesWoods 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂😂😂 Was wondering if anyone else noticed that.

    • @ephy_73
      @ephy_73 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TrinidadJamesWoods me too XD

  • @genecoppola4420
    @genecoppola4420 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    What a nice guy....I really appreciate how he respects and loves his dog..

  • @MultiJames236
    @MultiJames236 6 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    “Do you have a dog back there”
    “Why do you wanna know”
    “YES OR NO???”
    “Yes i have a tibetean mastiff”
    “Can i see him?”
    “No, no you cant”
    Long story short we became friends..

    • @00celicagtTurbo
      @00celicagtTurbo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      weird

    • @AlexCruz-wc1yo
      @AlexCruz-wc1yo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      "You want a Fila? Pass by my house". '- "That's not a Fila!"- "I was just testing you'- 😄 Wtf?

    • @Anna-nr3up
      @Anna-nr3up 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can someone explain this to me? I don’t get it! Sorry!

    • @MultiJames236
      @MultiJames236 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Anna-nr3up haha watch from 1:22

    • @andrecolares
      @andrecolares 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MultiJames236 th-cam.com/video/uxXLM1jSMyI/w-d-xo.html working dog watch that the cowboy training one how they don't get easily hurt and are agile this is not the exposition one, but the original for work. There are 2 kinds of fila, the working one and the fancy one as the video, both great. But this on the video has much more skin and a big thong outside the mouth less functional.

  • @g.harris8117
    @g.harris8117 7 ปีที่แล้ว +203

    Wow. I rarely comment on channels but this was outstanding. Great coverage, interview, insight, and quality. I'm currently stationed in Korea and these dogumentaries often make my day. Thank you and keep up the good work.

    • @DogumentaryTV
      @DogumentaryTV  7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      +Gyon Harris thanks!

    • @bigchungus7720
      @bigchungus7720 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dogumentary TV can you do Chupacabras next 🙂🐶

    • @thelastfreedomfighter2646
      @thelastfreedomfighter2646 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stationed?? are you some American spy in north Korea or something

    • @bushybrow7430
      @bushybrow7430 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Last Freedom Fighter this is a joke right

  • @randomvicky939
    @randomvicky939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    I’m Brazilian and I know Filas very well . They’re ferocious! I love this breed thought..

  • @LucisLOL
    @LucisLOL 7 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    15:03 "My wife is cookin' the kids..." Damn. That got dark fast.

    • @jeromejordan628
      @jeromejordan628 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      LOLOLOL

    • @tun3tym3
      @tun3tym3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ha ha ha ha

    • @davidmecarter
      @davidmecarter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      "...and that's the gentleness that you see."

  • @WILD__THINGS
    @WILD__THINGS 7 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    One of my coworkers runs a Fila Brasileiro club here in South Florida. I had always assumed the breed were just like American hound dogs; slow and lazy (no offense to any hound lovers). But I was very suprised how much drive and energy his dogs have.

    • @rogerio067072
      @rogerio067072 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      they were used to get runaway slaves, and I'm not saying that they should bring the slave alive, if you know what I mean... this a vicious dog, in doubt don't get close.

    • @i.got.this.feeling5001
      @i.got.this.feeling5001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This isn't a Fila Brasileiro. They are not black, this is a mastiff.

    • @dangelosilvalima5971
      @dangelosilvalima5971 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@i.got.this.feeling5001 th-cam.com/video/RZ6_9fppx14/w-d-xo.html

    • @samuelleie
      @samuelleie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@i.got.this.feeling5001 Black Filas Brasileiros exist and they are pure and rarer

    • @Drible_curto
      @Drible_curto 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@i.got.this.feeling5001 does not exist white, but black yes

  • @YouTubeAIbot
    @YouTubeAIbot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Absolutely gorgeous dog. Had one at the animal shelter I work at and he was absolutely gorgeous. Although he behaved nothing like a traditional Fila in that anyone could go up to him and pet or walk him. Sweetest dog ever but definitely a huge exception for the breed

    • @nicollydias1526
      @nicollydias1526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Talvez fosse mestiço como o preto do vídeo.

  • @mrg1168
    @mrg1168 7 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    absolutely the best dogumentary to date!..Very in depth no fluff..told it like it is. Great job Zeke

  • @sandycross4827
    @sandycross4827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Gustar Barrow did such a fantastic job of describing exactly how Filas behave and how much guidance they need from their people to help them be happy, content, trustworthy dogs.
    I really appreciate how candid the interviewees are in all Dogumentary videos. I foster a lot of giant breeds and when I see what other channels post about them, I can see why so many end up in the pound or get surrendered to rescue. The other channels make it sound like even very complicated breeds who absolutely need leadership and someone who will enforce boundaries are great for even the meekest owners, and it's such a disservice to the dogs and the people who end up with them. Dogumentary always plays it straight. Much appreciation!

  • @dogs4homeprotection104
    @dogs4homeprotection104 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    We have many breeds , mostly large Mastiff breeds like Presa Canario, Fila Brasileiro and Cane Corso, but the Fila Brasileiro is the best home/estate guardian in my opinion

  • @amandanegrete1306
    @amandanegrete1306 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I adopted the CUTEST Black Lab mix from the local shelter.
    As she continued to grow it was very clear she’s NOT any kind of a Black Lab.
    Indigo is almost 2 years old and I recently got the results of her DNA test.
    💯 Fila Brasilia…
    I figured she’s a mastiff mix but no, she’s a full blooded FILA.
    Indigo is the TOUGHEST Dog I’ve ever trained!
    So much work but she’s 💯 worth it !!

  • @jessielogsdon8595
    @jessielogsdon8595 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Im 14 and have a Brazilian mastiff. She's very sweet and the most loyal dog in the world. She loves to cuddle just as much as the next dog but she is there to protect us if anything goes wrong.

    • @melonbee3838
      @melonbee3838 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How is the experience, since it been 3 years now, I would really like to know how the dog is with you as my family is in the process to buying a dog

    • @SLA144k
      @SLA144k ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh, mastiff Brasilian is a of bests guard dogs in WOLRD, im luck , Fila brasileiro(🇧🇷) a of breeds most stronger of world!. Sorry, I not speak right all English...

  • @user-db5vi2yx5o
    @user-db5vi2yx5o 7 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    One of my favorite breeds! thank you so much for doing this :)

  • @jazalexis
    @jazalexis 7 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I like this guy he seems very knowledgeable about his breed and this was yet another great video!!

    • @-mooreen-4776
      @-mooreen-4776 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He thinks his dog makes him tough.... I train filas yo

  • @soal3415
    @soal3415 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You have my dream dog! I usually have Great Danes but this time I have a Kangal. She's a HANDFUL but she was abused because of her instincts which made her worse. She's becoming a utility dog also...she amazes me. The hardest thing is teaching her self control. She actually looks to me to control her. I love my big beautiful girl ♡

  • @mattw1406
    @mattw1406 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    “I got rid of that dog.....” Nice....

    • @freeiva
      @freeiva 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I thought the same how nice

    • @jameschild1321
      @jameschild1321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same 😳

    • @joshmiranda7493
      @joshmiranda7493 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      a dog must provide a purpose not be a lazy animal
      That provides nothing ppl like u ruined the working dog breeds

  • @aweirdcompass2746
    @aweirdcompass2746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    this guys is so smart to chose a "FILA" brand sweaters especially in this episode

  • @MayhemJaxson
    @MayhemJaxson 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this is my favorite dogumentary video so far. fell in love with the owner and the dog. that was awesome to watch.

  • @LiveLonger123
    @LiveLonger123 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Hey man, im from Guyana as well...hardly anybody knows about our little tiny country...so it was great to see you in this video. I love your dog bro. I have an English Mastiff and he is the baby of my family even tho he is HUGE!
    Anyway guys GREAT VIDEO as usual...i love all mastiffs whether its a Boerboel or Cane Curso or English or Fila or Neapolitan...ALL MASTIFFS ARE BEAUTIFUL MAJESTIC DOGS!

  • @marcoflores3050
    @marcoflores3050 7 ปีที่แล้ว +347

    "Hi I'm brad Anderson ... ", oh wait it a new guy lol

    • @DogumentaryTV
      @DogumentaryTV  7 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      Don't get too excited, Brad will be back. :)

    • @Twontweakingonfoenem
      @Twontweakingonfoenem 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ikr 😂😂😂

    • @55cleon
      @55cleon 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      marco flores 😂😂

    • @SonOfTheVille914
      @SonOfTheVille914 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LMAO

    • @frankmolino96
      @frankmolino96 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      marco flores first thought when I saw this video hahaha

  • @MrJiujitsujames
    @MrJiujitsujames 7 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Fila jacket! this guy is representing! cool dude, beautiful dog.

  • @businesscenter9131
    @businesscenter9131 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Very good video. As, there is so little information in the U.S. about Filas any video is a plus. I just picked up my Fila puppy a week ago from a small breeder in South Carolina, who is originally from Brasil. The dog in this video while he moves and his proportions are very much like your typical Fila, black is not an accepted coat color by the CAFIB (the top organization that sets the breed standard for Fila Brasileiro in Brasil). Nonetheless, a very strong looking dog. Trust me real Filas are hard to find in the U.S. It took me a year of looking, and making friends with those who have experience with the breed. I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Other posters are correct; Filas are not for the meek of heart, but they are one of the few natural guard breeds that mix loyalty with a natural alertness to danger. As one breeder/trainer from Elói Mendes told me, virtually all of the traditional guarding breeds need to be trained to execute proper bite work, with Filas often times it seems like you are really training them when not to bite. As long as you understand the responsibility of owning a Fila, and are willing to invest the time and money into proper training, they are wonderful dogs. The next few years of training and nurturing should be fun!

    • @oscar6043
      @oscar6043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      In the 70's there was a great controversy of the Fila Brasileiro's confiderations. There were many reports of mixing the Great Dane and the Neapolitan Mastiff, then obtaining the black Fila. Before, there was no black color. Currently the black standard is excluded from CAFIB, because we know that in the past there was really a mixture with other breeds to increase the size and muscle mass of the Fila Brasileiro. This was CBKC / FCI's biggest mistake.

    • @GleidsonTseva
      @GleidsonTseva 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Além da cor preta, esse fila também está grande para o padrão da raça, que deveria ser até 75 cm (30") e por volta de 50 KG (110 pound). Ele deve ter um pouco de ascendência Mastino Napoletano.
      Mesmo sendo um pouco menos atlético que o padrão, ainda é um belo animal.

    • @guilhermebahia6050
      @guilhermebahia6050 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GleidsonTseva A altura de até 75cm está correto, mas o peso de 50kg é o mínimo da raça. Filas machos adultos têm geralmente entre 60 e 70 kgs

  • @The1whoStrives
    @The1whoStrives 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I got a Fila puppy because of this video. I got him 3 weeks ago . He's 10 weeks now .

    • @FitNessFurniture
      @FitNessFurniture 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Upload a video then if your not talking smack bro.

    • @kristiew6365
      @kristiew6365 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      10 weeks and you got him 3 weeks prior? Hmmm.... Sounds like the breeder wasn't very knowledgeable if they are letting pups go before 12 weeks Yikes! They really need that litter interaction.

    • @adahwilke4109
      @adahwilke4109 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kristiew6365 That is sooo not true. the best age to let puppy's go is 6-8 weeks

    • @The1whoStrives
      @The1whoStrives 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For every who commented he's 17 month's big and strong. Best guard dog ever. Yes I got him at 7 weeks . Really like a few days shy of 8 weeks .

    • @The1whoStrives
      @The1whoStrives 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FitNessFurniture are you still around if you respond I'll upload a video . Let me know .

  • @ddjackson04
    @ddjackson04 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I usually don't comment, but this is awesome coverage! This guy did a great job!

  • @leaodejudahalmeida4979
    @leaodejudahalmeida4979 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I had many of this dogs in Brazil,one that was called Segredo killed one of our horses...They are serious dogs,indeed.

    • @kelvinll2
      @kelvinll2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

    • @r3tr0rizzo67
      @r3tr0rizzo67 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Porra kkkkkkk

    • @matheusmarques7009
      @matheusmarques7009 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eita porra, é um Fila ou uma onça

    • @kabir1557
      @kabir1557 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Killed a horse....damn that's one hell of a dog. Not for me though....I won't be able to handle that beast.

    • @viniciusbarros1782
      @viniciusbarros1782 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      o carai , o cara tem uma onça na casa kkkkkkk

  • @ThadeuAzevedo
    @ThadeuAzevedo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    This videos you guys make are AWESOME. Really informative. Been binge watching them and got so happy to see you have one on Filas ! Really awesome ! Thanks for the quality content !
    Love Filas. People tremble, here in Brazil, when you tell them you own a Fila. When he said the dog loved the biting work, that's a Fila thing. "Fila" is a verb in portuguese, it means "hold/grab" in portuguese. That's what they were bred to do. Find than bite and hold down people. Another thing that is very prominent about Filas is that they can't be bought with food or anything else. If you're a stranger the only thing you'll get from a Fila is teeth. The bad thing about that is that you HAVE to lock your dog when you get visitors. They don't make friends. My uncle had one and so did my grandfather. Filas are great.
    OBS: Is the name of the dog "Jao" ? I'm Brazilian and "John" in portuguese is actually "João". Some people call guys named "João" by the nickname "Jão". But it's not an actual name. It's just a nickname. It's like an abbreviation of "João".

    • @ciroalphalyon3662
      @ciroalphalyon3662 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fila's are King!

    • @sergioreinert
      @sergioreinert 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The verb is filar, with R in the end

    • @nicollydias1526
      @nicollydias1526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sergioreinert na verdade é fila, filar é a ação da palavra.

  • @kimw.4136
    @kimw.4136 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for sharing this. I’ve had 2 filas over the past16 years and just lost another one to bloat. I really appreciate your excellent video, you explained them perfectly. They are not for everyone but for protecting the family. Funny how their disposition is always the same with all of them. Also, if I ever get another one I will never feed kibble again because although I was careful it still eventually happened anyway. One note about their drool because they sling it, get it off your vehicle paint quickly because it stains. Excellent dog!!

  • @marvinivory4502
    @marvinivory4502 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had a fila for years. He gave an accurate description of the file. Its really loyal to family but especially to one specific family member. They are beautiful dogs but are not for the faint of heart.

  • @mydecember24marci
    @mydecember24marci 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The fila I have is a brindle I love her my family has had two! Hope to have one after college and stuff :) and pretty much has done the same stuff with the squirrels. Really good doc! The stuff about having people over and the gardeners or ur pool people, so true! Incidents can happen

  • @olivehound6899
    @olivehound6899 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This guy knows hes dog very well, you can tell he has spent alot of time caring well for Duke!
    Another great vid! I hope Zeke feels appreciated, I cant imagine the time and effort these beautiful videos take to make- In a sea of vapid, careless youtubers- I love looove seeing independent creators like this on youtube going above and beyond and making genuinely well executed short films, I assumed it was a team of people but its just him, amazing. I cant wait till he makes a whippet/greyhound doc (hint)lol, No, but seriously, these are fast becoming my favourite vids on youtube.
    If you want to learn about a breed of dog, this is the place to come.

    • @DogumentaryTV
      @DogumentaryTV  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LOL I feel great, thank you! Greyhounds would be cool huh.

  • @ridvangusinja8646
    @ridvangusinja8646 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I didn't know about this dog but now i am in love with it!!!

  • @StarFox85
    @StarFox85 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    my family had one...loved her very much..
    one day we came home from a trip...and she was playing with someones thumb....
    didnt like water thou👍👍

  • @davidmccollough9172
    @davidmccollough9172 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had fila's growing up now I have Presa's...but the fila is and will always be a great dog!...once you have the training on them they can be the perfect protector & a good family dog...

  • @randalla8684
    @randalla8684 7 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Black Filas are not standard, but is nice to see a guy who loves his puppy.

    • @IjahD
      @IjahD 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I thought Black was accepted

    • @Tekko0107
      @Tekko0107 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Black is in standard... Research harder.

    • @biz-73
      @biz-73 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      CAFIB true Fila’s

    • @MrRocking4ever
      @MrRocking4ever 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      in Cafib black is not accepted

    • @trishaporter6204
      @trishaporter6204 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He is clearly a neo mix. Black,is not only not accepted. But the dog can not pace, and has incorrect skin.

  • @timoteoluna3789
    @timoteoluna3789 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A friend of mine has a couple Filas. I was really amazed how athletic they are especially since they are so huge

  • @FernandaFerreira-eo6sp
    @FernandaFerreira-eo6sp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Your Fila Brasileiro is beautiful and you really know him, his personality, his drive, etc. However, the Fila Brasileiro does not descend from the Mastiff. Extensive research here in Brazil has shown they descend from the "Alanos", Spanish and Portuguese dogs that were brought to South America by the settlers. They were first used to 'hunt" fugitive slaves and later to work on the farms and ranches, dealing with the cattle, protecting them from the jaguars. That's the origin of the Fila. Extremely loyal to their owners and family, excellent property guardians, and known for their hate towards strangers. As the presenter very well warned: 'Filas are not for the inexperienced... '

  • @symptomoftheuniverse4149
    @symptomoftheuniverse4149 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Never heard of this dog, it looks like a black Mastiff. Super cool.

  • @dirkdiggler5647
    @dirkdiggler5647 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Another fantastic interview and video Zeke. Your channel is the best dog related channel I've come across on TH-cam. Keep up the great work!

  • @Acadian.FrenchFry
    @Acadian.FrenchFry 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I'm part Portuguese if I had the land I would love to have one. I was always on the fence about them, from the dogs I had been around years ago. Impressive dogs. I worked with dogs for over 20 yrs and this is one of the very few breeds that intimidates me. And if they are not your dog, there is no way you will ever impress them to respond to you. I did know one that bonded to me a little, but I would never feel comfortable alone with him.

    • @nicollydias1526
      @nicollydias1526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ele jamais atacaria o dono, não se preocupe, eu tenho uma fêmea gigante, tem o tamanho de alguns machos adultos e ela só tem 8 meses, uma das poucas raças que ataca outros cães independente do sexo, normalmente fêmeas não atacam macho, mas garanto que um fila não exita em fazer isso, mas somente com estranhos, se criado desde filhote com outros cães e pessoas ele jamais atacaria, porém o fila pode roubar o posto de alfa da sua matilha caso você tenha maid cães, sim, as fêmeas da raça fila também são alfas.

  • @Poteluz
    @Poteluz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    this guy sounds a lot like Alistair Overeem 😂

    • @drebodollaz3504
      @drebodollaz3504 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂

    • @WhoGitDaBiscuit
      @WhoGitDaBiscuit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So he’s on PED’s and gets knocked out easy?

    • @WhoGitDaBiscuit
      @WhoGitDaBiscuit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@porcoddiogesubastardo9669 thanks for the heads up ass hat

  • @KITO1966
    @KITO1966 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful dog. I've had one in the past and I will have another one soon. It is a majestic dog.

  • @ciroalphalyon3662
    @ciroalphalyon3662 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have a Fila ! I bought her yesterday from the top fila breeder in my area he has many champions. I asked him about black dogs, he said that they are included in the standard but rare, he said they prized, so for all the comments....

    • @ciroalphalyon3662
      @ciroalphalyon3662 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      got an other one, a Male. now I have breeding pair now! about $2,000 USD each, very happy with them

    • @ciroalphalyon3662
      @ciroalphalyon3662 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got an other Fila puppy! a Male ($2,000usd) , now I have a breeding pair ! I'm very happy with them !

    • @trishaporter6204
      @trishaporter6204 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      What breeder

    • @ciroalphalyon3662
      @ciroalphalyon3662 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Trisha Porter : the breeder I bought from got most of his dog's from Itanhandu Brazil

    • @wesleymartins5970
      @wesleymartins5970 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Black filas are accepted by show dog organizations. Go to a farm in Brazil and try to show them a black Fila. You will get shot.

  • @michellemccormick9245
    @michellemccormick9245 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this realistic and practical discussion. I get so upset with owners who don’t respect the inherent qualities they were bred for. Doesn’t mean you can’t totally love them and acknowledge how awesome your dog is, but we’d all be a lot safer (including the dogs themselves) if their owners were also aware of and training for the risks their dogs pose

  • @dishtailor2182
    @dishtailor2182 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    15:03 my wife is cooking the kids

  • @need4gears
    @need4gears 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dogumentary TV, thank you so much for bringing this doc. It was very interesting to watch this guy talking about his experience with dogs, mainly his experience with Fila. This video was so interesting that I didn't realize the time passing.

  • @username2639
    @username2639 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The Ultimate Apocalypse dog, as long as you can feed it.

  • @Sassychooma
    @Sassychooma ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this dogumentary. Watched it numerous times and enjoy it every time.

  • @bullycrew
    @bullycrew 7 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Did he say his Fila loves to eat grapes? Aren't grapes toxic for dogs?

    • @ES-zx6zj
      @ES-zx6zj 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      For some.. It's wierd...

    • @kryzlol
      @kryzlol 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      yes very, but the dose makes the poison

    • @wildog47
      @wildog47 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      bullycrew it's a 170 pound dog. he would have to be giving him a pound or more to posion him

    • @ronan7036
      @ronan7036 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      They are put it varies dog to dog for some reason. I've heard of a Chihuahua that lived at a vineyard and ate grapes daily but never got sick and a Mastiff that grabbed up one grape before his owner could get to it and was at the emergency vet in 30 minutes and dead 2 hours later.

    • @Acadian.FrenchFry
      @Acadian.FrenchFry 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah he said grapes too. They do say grapes are toxic, but wolves in East Europe raid vineyards sometimes. So who knows. He said tangerines too and citrus is supposed to be hard on them.

  • @keronroberts6438
    @keronroberts6438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just got a fila brasileiro and wanted to watch some videos about this breed... Didnt expect the guy talking about the dog to be from my country 🇬🇾🇬🇾❤️

  • @oscar6043
    @oscar6043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm Brazilian. A dear friend from college had her arm ripped out by a Fila Brasileiro. She entered a house where the dog did not know her. Unfortunately, this report is real.

  • @joesmithiii6287
    @joesmithiii6287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Filas are serious protection. I love that. I own a mastiff and a great Dane. I know big dogs, but a fila is more than I need protectonwise. And we have a large all-purpose liability homeowner policy just in case.

  • @PEDROPEDRO-iu8rl
    @PEDROPEDRO-iu8rl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's is a big fila! Beautiful dog! Great breed!

  • @anthonytika7409
    @anthonytika7409 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey i am happy to see my countryman, doing well and enjoying what seems like a good life with a beautiful dog .

  • @derin5538
    @derin5538 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really like this dogumentary, quality has been amazing recently.

  • @kurtispostma7891
    @kurtispostma7891 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I owned two American pitbull, Husky, Fila mixes as a Young man for 10 years.
    The male took more after this dog's looks and his size.
    They were so fast, powerful, and smart. And were great friends for company.
    Near my final days with the male, he'd sit and look at me, with such intent and intelligence.
    I can definitely see this breed in him.
    In his mannerisms, his eyes. Droopy face.
    I'd like to own one of these some day, even if it's somewhat similar to the dogs I owned (as they weren't full Fila)

  • @tomasfontes1699
    @tomasfontes1699 5 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Amo esse cão ! 🇧🇷

  • @stevekilimanjaro5998
    @stevekilimanjaro5998 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i really loved this interview, long and entertaining...good job dogumentary tv. A beautiful dog as well.

  • @TheStonedSith420
    @TheStonedSith420 7 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    he wearin fila jacket el oh el

  • @hmtmth8481
    @hmtmth8481 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Bond ! Beautiful. Super Breed ! Thanks DogumentaryTV !

  • @zackwilliamson1024
    @zackwilliamson1024 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video Zeke! keep them coming, by a mile the best and most important dog channel on TH-cam!

  • @UnderDog748
    @UnderDog748 ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly one of the best looking filas Ive seen what a awesome looking dog

  • @juliagoldmann7033
    @juliagoldmann7033 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m from Brazil and my uncle’s had Filas for over 20 years, 3 or 4 at a time. In all the years I’ve been to his house, he never leaves the dogs out of their kennels while we are outside. They’re his yard dogs, he uses them for protection. Once, they tore my aunt’s car apart chasing a squirrel, I mean they destroyed metal, these dogs aren’t for first time owners

  • @roelthas
    @roelthas 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. You can really tell how much he likes his dog.

  • @parzival2623
    @parzival2623 7 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Brad looks different!

  • @jigglejello
    @jigglejello ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My friend introduced me to the fila breed. I have experienced their extreme loyalty and their Ojereza

  • @sacreds71
    @sacreds71 7 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    Holy shit a new guy. Already missing Brad.

    • @Weirdanimalboy
      @Weirdanimalboy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Allen Smith #bringbackBrad

    • @sacreds71
      @sacreds71 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      #Bradgate 2017

  • @MrEdium
    @MrEdium 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE this Breed & John is a Beauty ! Thank You for Sharing.

  • @8k1d3
    @8k1d3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    GT stand up. so good to see Guyanese doing good. I heard the accent and knew it!

  • @GROSSOUTCOME
    @GROSSOUTCOME 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great production Zeke...Awesome selection of a Fila! That is the perfect specimen.

  • @manueldriggs7099
    @manueldriggs7099 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great interview. Mr. Barrow did a great job explaining how a Fila is really like. He really opened my eyes as to what these dogs are capable of. Great work Dogumentary TV. I am addicted to your breed specific documentaries!!! Can I make a suggestion as to a breed you should look at for a documentary? Thank you!!! = )

  • @Whitetigerking88
    @Whitetigerking88 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Job!!! Kept the ears and tale and he looks well fed. God Bless.

  • @salromero2903
    @salromero2903 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I have owned Filas and trained them. I have some experience with them. You mention you feed them grapes. Grapes will destroy their liver. Never give this breed or any breed grapes.

    • @shamar8068
      @shamar8068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He said blueberries

  • @inputname2727
    @inputname2727 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So happy you found a great dog for your family. :)

  • @wcarvalho7363
    @wcarvalho7363 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I'm brazilian, and i have 2 filas on Farm. They are my babies, but trust me, this is not a cute pet for family's with little babys, of full houses.
    1 year ago, we heard some comotion at the front of the house, when we got out, the 2 dogs hed killed a wolf.

    • @Poteluz
      @Poteluz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn't even know Brazil had wolves, are you brazilian living in Brazil or you live elsewhere?

    • @gabriellopes9651
      @gabriellopes9651 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Poteluz actually there is some species of wolves and wild dogs here, the most famous is the "Lobo Guará" or, in english, "manned wolf"

    • @Poteluz
      @Poteluz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gabriellopes9651 I know but that's not an actual wolf, that's a different kind of wild canine that any large powerful dog breed could kill. They just gave them that name but they're not an actual wolf.

    • @gabriellopes9651
      @gabriellopes9651 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Poteluz oh, didnt know they were not considered actual wolves, thank you. About their strength, I wouldnt say they are this weak, in Goiás, the state I live here in Brazil is the local with the most manned wolves, so its normal to see them and they are actually afraid of everything, but when they have to attack, things go bloody 😬

    • @Poteluz
      @Poteluz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gabriellopes9651 yeah I could imagine but any of these dog breeds would destroy one, a Mastiff, Boxer, American Bulldog, Doberman, Rottweiler, Pitbull, Akita, German Shepherd, Dogo Argentino, Cane Corso, Kangal, etc etc etc.

  • @pariswalker4907
    @pariswalker4907 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for talking about the levels of the security of certain dogs

  • @dylanshaft8936
    @dylanshaft8936 7 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Is it me or is that dog's tongue unusually long?

    • @aym1240
      @aym1240 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow i guess

    • @dreswan1
      @dreswan1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey need it to beat the heat in the tropics

  • @tun3tym3
    @tun3tym3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    its late !! but this guy was so entertaining i couldn't stop watching. Funny dude, he needs his own show.

  • @wesleymartins5970
    @wesleymartins5970 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In Brazil, you'll not see a black Fila that often
    But in general, it is an awsome breed if you want a guard, cow herding or hunting dog. Just be sure to socialize it. Filas have a quality called ojeriza (a portuguese word that means extreme aversion) towards strangers. They are not the friendly dog nextdoor you can put a jacket on and take to see children in cancer hospitals. Socialize them, but be careful. At home, things are even more complicated. They will jump and try to kill people, specially if they are not with the owner. The fmailiy are the only ones safe (and very safe) around it. That's why so many countries ban the Fila.

  • @wuerzelburg
    @wuerzelburg 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fearsome dog. I would be afraid to own a fila. If I don't succeed training and socialising it right, people around me would be in great danger.

  • @alvinkariuki830
    @alvinkariuki830 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    HEY ZEKE!!.. Please do another Fila Brasileiro video with another owner. I'd love to see and hear another owners perspective, Not to say I didn't like these one. Plus you've done ot with other breeds. Thank You.

  • @barbie7034
    @barbie7034 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have great respect for the way this man cares for this dog and his knowledge. He is very responsible and knows his dog. Not a breed for 99.9% of people. Ever.

  • @GleidsonTseva
    @GleidsonTseva 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am from Brazil and I find it wierd calling Fila Brasileiro by the name in Portuguese as "Brasileiro" is translated as "Brazilian". It is a great breed for protection!

  • @brianh2476
    @brianh2476 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Gustar. I really appreciate your presentation with João. The Fila is outlawed here, but my Rotts are allowed 😊

  • @shekharnaik896
    @shekharnaik896 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    He hardly spoke of 'Ojirza'...Tats d main characteristic of Fila

    • @robertwoudenberg
      @robertwoudenberg 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He said the Fila Brasileiro isn't a dog for when you have alot of people over and people can't pet him. He also said if somebody is looking at his wife it could set off the Fila Brasileiro. So that is enough talk about the 'Ojiriza' in my opinion dude;)

    • @alextrela7555
      @alextrela7555 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      ojeriza *

  • @tabuleirocmd
    @tabuleirocmd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always being interested in the border science of animal species, I´ve recently listened to the story of a guy who´s grandpa had a ranch in rural northern Florida and had lived there for a long time. To make a long story short, one day his grandpa took him to visit his friend in the forest but before going there he bought fresh fish (herrings I believe) salt, potatoes, red wine kitchen oil, charcoal) and food for chicken. When approaching the cabin in the woods his grandpa made some strange sounds and then started to offload the groceries and then went to see/feed the chicken he raised there. A short time after getting into the cabin, somebody knocked on the door and his grandpa went outside in order to talk to the person privatelly. A short time later his grandpa reenterred the room and asked his grandson to come and see his friend, an almost 9 ft tall Bigfoot. He was a little surprised but so was BF, but once the grandpa was present the boy didn´t feel insecure. The BF left for shortly after in order to bring his family and his grandpa started pulling the barbecue outside the cabin and put the charcoal on fire. While the fish was frying they lit a fire in order to heat the oilpan in which they pretented to make french fries, etc. Soon the BF was back and he brought with him his wife and 2 F Jrs a boy and a girl. During the party, where the BF eagerly ate the salty meal the boy relaxed a little and felt simpathy for the BF Jrs. Many years later, his grandpa had already passed he went to the cabin with a BRAZILIAN MASTIFF puppy which he gifted to the BFs. He remarks that one/two years later, when back to the cabin the huge BF was eager to show him how he had trained the dog. Many years later again he went back to the cabin and noticed that the bushes had somehow overgrown the little house but the chicken still where around and apparently got even more numerous. The now outgrown BF boy came out of the cabin saluted him but made signs that they had to leave. While leading him out of the woods he frequently made loud sounds with his voice as if to chase somebody away. He then new that the times had changed and that it was no more safe to walk into the forest all by himself. (cannot say if it´s true or not but it´s a nice story, imo). THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO, btw

    • @polarvortex3294
      @polarvortex3294 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, that was a nice story. Very interesting and a little scary at the end! Thanks for sharing.

  • @Farkmetal
    @Farkmetal 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Not the greatest example of a fila but at least we got a video for one now

    • @ouroboros7917
      @ouroboros7917 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      why not?

    • @warriorsage591
      @warriorsage591 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Breeders say black filas aren't purebred.

    • @garcia.nation4023
      @garcia.nation4023 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ez eK5 lol...😂😂😂 that's a good 1 and true

  • @wassilisbehling3219
    @wassilisbehling3219 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is no dog like a fila. The best you ever can have.

  • @JensenAzotea
    @JensenAzotea 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This dude makes me want one.

  • @pokokiw
    @pokokiw 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    About the question of the colors accept for Filas Brasileiros, the CABIF don't recognizes the black color but the CBKC recognizes. I in person never see a black Fila.
    But Duke is a great dog. I have the luck of owner a mixed of fila brasileiro and irish setter. The apperance was very similar to Duke. Was good to remember my childhood's dog while watch the video

  • @MrLettuceguy
    @MrLettuceguy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    been waiting for this one!

  • @Aliensdontwearsocks
    @Aliensdontwearsocks 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    People talk about protection dogs and have guys in bite suits training them but there are very few PROVEN natural born man-stoppers left in the world. Typically because the dogs that had the backbone and drive to take down a grown man have been killed. Ive seen "protection" breeds such as a Cane Corso growl and bark but ultimately avoid direct engagement with an intruder. I am fortunate enough to own a natural born (no training) man-stopper. It was discovered in an unfortunate manner but fortunately the man will recover fully and got away with only 6 stitches and some deep puncture wounds on his side from an attack lasting less than 5 seconds. The court costs and hospital bills are very expensive but because we went to bat for him and met all the requirements ( microchip, $100,000 in liability insurance, muzzle, electric perimeter, 6 ft fence, vicious dog registration, warnings posted on all property entrances) that the court gave us we were able to keep him with us and save him from euthanization. He sleeps in bed with my wife and I every night and our teenage daughters snuggle and play with him. He is a hybrid (62.5% Boerboel, 12.5% dogo argentino, 12.5% turkish kangal, and 12.5% great dane) and currently weighs in around 145 pounds and around 30 inches at the shoulder. Owning a dog like this requires a ton of love, patience, a respect for what he is capable of, and the knowledge that if you allow him to think he is in charge, you've already lost the battle.

  • @Shanester66
    @Shanester66 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great breed for their purpose. Back in the day I was tempted to get one. I had 3 Neos that all passed away. My lifestyle now being married with 3 kids doesnt present the right environment for a Fila Unfortunately. My house is like grand central station with neiborhood kids all the time. Not a good environment for a Fila...not to mention they are a restricted breed in my development. Still fascinating breed....they dont drool as much as a Neo. lol

  • @henrybolin3660
    @henrybolin3660 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice video. I have had numerous FILAS over the past 25 years. They are the best property and family guards in my opinion. They are a big responsibility as as a temperament correct FILA will attack any stranger who enters the property. A good wrought iron or tall brick fence is a necessity. One thing that Gustar did not mention is that there can only be one female dog if you have a FILA. They are much like wolves in there hierarchy. Our female was a Rare Breed Champion and our male was a Rare Breed and National Champion. The FILA is the only dog that the show judges are not allowed to touch. Thank you for your great video!!!

    • @mavisme4645
      @mavisme4645 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Henry Bolin - What?! "there can only be one female dog if you have a FILA." What do you mean? I've had as many as 10 Fila bitches all together with no problems. We used to feed deer to our Fila pack by placing the carcass in the yard and letting the dogs out to eat together. More alpha dogs ate first, but everyone got their fill and there were no fights. ??

  • @loseorwin6121
    @loseorwin6121 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    presa and filas love um owned two presa canarios and one of my buddies had a fila ....not really pets we just trained them in personal protection... theirs a difference between working dogs and family pets

  • @chrisdonovan7312
    @chrisdonovan7312 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've raised the breed. Your advise is spot on. My Fila's always knew who alpha was. Very gentle with my children. I called them predictable.they would never bite me or my children. They would bite anyone else. They are a tremendous liability if not handled properly. Still love the breed.