Dogo Argentino vs Dingo
Compare the Dogo Argentino to the Dingo. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dogo Argentinos and Dingos.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both the Dogo Argentino and Dingo are not recommended for new or inexperienced owners.
- Children - The Dogo Argentino is okay with children, but the Dingo does not do well with children.
- Grooming - Both the Dogo Argentino and Dingo are very low maintenance and easy to groom.
- Barking - The Dogo Argentino has an average tendency to bark. The Dingo will bark less frequently than most dogs.
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| Breed Name | Dogo Argentino | Dingo |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | Maybe |
| Lifespan | 10-12 yrs. | 14-16 yrs. |
| Height | 24-30 in. | 20-24 in. |
| Weight | 75-110 lb | 20-45 lb |
| Intelligence | Average | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Argentina | Australia |
| Origin Year | 1928 AD | 1500 BC |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | No |
| Indoor | Yes | No |
| Small Yard | Yes | No |
| Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 45°F to 80°F | 0°F to 100°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | High | High |
| Exercise Required | High | High |
| Top Running Speed | 25 mph | 25 mph |
| Strength | Very High | High |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Low | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Low |
| Dander | Low | Low |
| Drool Amount | Low | Medium |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Dogo Argentino | Dingo |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | Yes |
| Family/Pack | Yes | No |
| Independent | No | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | Yes | No |
| Focused & Patient | No | No |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Below Average | Average |
| Chasing | Below Average | Average |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Average |
| Fighting | Below Average | Average |
| Guarding | High | High |
| Herding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Hunting | Average | Average |
| Protection | High | High |
| Remove Vermin | Below Average | High |
| Sledding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Watch | Below Average | Average |
| Breed Name | Dogo Argentino | Dingo |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 10-12 yrs. | 14-16 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Allergies | Yes | No |
| Cancer | Yes | No |
| Canine Distemper | No | Yes |
| Deafness | Yes | No |
| Heart Worms | No | Yes |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Hypothyroidism | Yes | No |
| Tapeworms | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Dogo Argentino | Dingo |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Single Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Double Coat | No | Yes |
| Smooth Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Silky | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Medium | No | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| White | Yes | No |
| Black | No | Yes |
| Black&tan | No | Yes |
| Cream | No | Yes |
| Reddish Brown | No | Yes |
| Tan | No | Yes |
| Yellow | No | Yes |