BREED STANDARD
The Boerboel is an impressive race. To describe the dog in just a few lines isn't easy, but we will try to mention its most important characteristics:

GENERAL APPEARANCE OF THE BOERBOEL:

The Boerboel is a strong and well-balanced shorthaired dog. The power and efficiency he displays gives him an impressive appearance.

The recognised colours are all shades of yellow, brown or brindle.

A lot of people are impressed by the appearance of the Boerboel. The shoulder-height for a male dog lies between 64 and 70 cm - for a female dog, this varies between 59 and 64 cm.


TEMPERAMENT AND CHARACTER OF THE BOERBOEL:

The Boerboel is a domesticated guard- and family-dog with the following main properties:

steadfast

reliable and balanced nature

obediant

intelligent


The Boerboel has a very strong guarding instinct, even young dogs will show this. The Boerboel will build a strong bound with familymembers and children. Furthermore, he must be self-confident and fearless. Uncontrollably aggressive and fearful Boerboels are unacceptable.