We are a small but reputable farm that takes pride in breeding mastiff dogs mainly in the line of, South African Boerboels and Rottweilers. Our objectives are and remain to advance, to protect and to promote the South African Boerboel and Rottweiler dog breed through ethical and responsible breeding. Our dogs are registered with the East African Kennel Club where we abide by their code of regulati
ons through our breeding program thus ensuring that the standards of our dogs are continuously improved now and in the future. Breed Standards
General Appearance
Historically the Boerboel developed as a general farm dog for the pioneers who settled in South Africa since the seventeenth century. These dogs were often the first line of defense against predators and were valuable in tracking and holding down wounded game. Old farmers told many a tale of the strength, agility and courage of the Boerboel. The dangers and harsh conditions of southern Africa allowed only the fittest to survive. The protective character of the Boerboel is today still evident and is much sought after, as is the calm, stable and confident composure of the breed. Size, Proportion, Substance
The preferred height for Dogs-24 inches to 27 inches. Balance, proportion and sound movement are of utmost importance -more so than size. The body should have a greater total length than total height and the relation between the length and height should ideally be 10:9. Length of body being measured pro-sternum to farthest point of rump. Height is measured from the top of the shoulder blade to the ground. Depth of the chest reaches down to the point of the elbow, which is approximately half the total height at the withers. Front and rear angulation should be equal for proper balance. Males are characteristically of larger frame and heavier bone than bi***es. Bi***es are feminine, but without weakness of substance or structure. Serious Fault: Severely out of proportion and balance. Head
The head is an impressive and a distinctive feature of the Boerboel. It should be blocky, broad, deep, square and muscular, with well filled cheeks and in proportion to the body. Moderate wrinkling is observed over the forehead when the dog shows interest. The skull is square, flat and muscular. The zygomatic arch (cheek bone) is well muscled, but not too prominent. The stop is visible, gradually sloping. The muzzle is broad, deep and narrows slightly towards the nose, straight and almost on a parallel plane with the skull. The muzzle measures slightly more than a third of the total length of the head. The nostrils are completely black, large and widely spaced, with the septum (vertical line) of the nose perpendicular to the lower jaw. The jaws are strong, deep and wide, and taper slightly to the front. The teeth are white, strong, correctly spaced with complete dentition preferred. Ideally the dog should have a scissors bite. An under bite of up to 1\.4 inch is acceptable. The upper lip is loose and fleshy. Under the nose, the end of the upper lip must touch the top of the bottom lip. Serious Fault: Yellow (bird of prey) eyes, two or more missing teeth, ~ Disqualifications: Blue eye(s), entropion or ectropion, over bite, under bite of more than 1/4 an inch, wry mouth, prick ears. Neck, Topline, Body
The neck is powerful, of medium length, and forms a muscular arch. It flows smoothly into the sloping shoulders, gradually increasing in width from the head to the shoulders. (In the female the muscles are less accentuated but should remain in balance with the head and body). The dewlap is noticeable but disappears towards the sternum. The top line is firm and level, extending in a straight line from behind the withers to the croup. The back remains horizontal to the ground while the dog is moving or standing. The underline of a mature dog has a slight tuck-up. The body is blocky, muscular and solid, with good depth and width. The back is broad and straight, with pronounced muscles. The ribcage is well sprung and well filled behind the shoulder blades. The transitions between the chest, loin and rump are well filled and flowing. The loin is strong and muscular, and only slightly narrower than the ribcage and rump. The croup is broad, flat and strong, with well defined musculature. Its height should not exceed the height at the shoulders. The tail is thick and set fairly high. It should be well covered with hair and without kink. Tails are traditionally docked at the 3rd or 4th caudal vertebrae. Natural tails are acceptable. The natural tail should reach to the hocks when the dog is standing and be carried with a slight curve upwards when excited or moving. Tail Set is more important than the length. Forequarters
The forelegs are strong b***d, with well-defined muscles. Viewed from the side the forearm should be vertical from the elbow to the pastern. When viewed from the front they should be parallel to each other, not bowed or with toes turning inward. Elbows should be held close to the body. Length of the foreleg to the elbow is approximately 50% of the dog's height at the shoulder. The chest is broad, deep and wide with well-sprung ribs and strong developed pectoral muscles. The shoulders are moderately sloping, powerful and muscular, with no tendency to looseness. The shoulder blade is long with moderate angulation. The upper arm is equal in both length and angulation to the shoulder blade. The pastern is short, thick and strong and with a slight slope when viewed from the side. The front feet point straight forward, are large, round, strongly b***d and compact. The toes are well arched, with short, preferably black toenails and protected by hair in between. Front dewclaws may be removed. The pads are thick, tough and black. Hindquarters
The hindquarter is sturdy and muscular. The hind legs are strong b***d. The stifle should be sound, strong and moderately angulated and in balance with the forequarters, to support the powerful propulsion from the hindquarters during movement. The upper thighs are broad, deep and muscular as seen from the side and the rear. The lower thighs have well defined muscles and show substance down to the hocks. The metatarsus is broad, relatively short and perfectly upright. The hind feet point straight forward and are slightly larger than the front feet. Rear Dewclaws, if any, are generally removed. Coat & Color
The coat is short, dense, smooth and shiny. The skin is thick and loose but fits smoothly. Skin is well pigmented. The recognized colors / patterns are with or without a mask; however, the black mask is desirable. All shades of brown, red or fawn with limited white patches on the legs and the fore chest is permissible. Brindle in any color, Pie-Bald, a white dog with colored markings, total area of white may not exceed 33%. Irish Marked, a dog with up to 30% white, with standard socks, collar and blaze markings. The Boerboel is well pigmented, especially on the lips, palate, the skin and hair around the eyes, nose leather, paw pads, toenails, the a**s and the skin and hair around the ge****ls. Serious Faults: Pink paw pads
Disqualifications: Black, (black means black without a trace of brindle) black with white markings,
Blue colored (Powder Coat) dogs, long coat and nose leather in any color other than black. Movement
Movement is the ultimate test for correct conformation. The Boerboel is the most agile of the molosser breeds and it should be reflected in its movement. The Boerboels movement is powerful and with purpose. The front reach should compliment a strong rear drive. The legs and body should move in line front to rear. As speed increases the legs will converge under body towards a center line. The back remains firm and strong and without excess body roll. Temperament And Character
The Boerboel is a dominant and intelligent dog with strong protective instincts and a willingness to please. When approached is calm, stable and confident, at times displaying a self-assured aloofness. He should recognize a threat or lack thereof. He is loving with children and family. An aggressive or belligerent attitude towards other dogs should not be faulted. However, Boerboel's that are shown in competition should be trained to allow examination. Serious Fault: Fearfulness or overly aggressive. Faults
The foregoing description is that of the ideal Boerboel. Any deviation that detracts from the above described dog must be penalized to the extent of the deviation. Severely out of proportion and balance
Reversal of s*x characteristics
Pink paw pads
Yellow (bird of prey) eyes
Two or more missing teeth
Fearfulness or overly aggressive
