Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless
Spirited
Faithful
Brave
Bright

Dominant
Intelligent

Soft Coated Woxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Soft Coated Woxers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Cao Fila de Sao Miguel if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Azores

Boxer, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier

Ancient Molosser Breed

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1990s

Ancient Times

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Cream
Isabella

Fawn
Gray
Brindle

Soft Coated Woxers are known for their coat length.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Soft Coated Woxer can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cao Fila de Sao Miguel can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Soft Coated Woxers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Soft Coated Woxer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Cao Fila de Sao Miguel breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Hypothyroidism
Mast Cell Tumors
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies
Eye Problems
Ear Health and Infection

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Full Physical Examination
Blood Glucose Tests
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

Full Physical Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Soft Coated Woxers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Soft Coated Woxer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Soft Coated Woxers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Soft Coated Woxers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Soft Coated Woxers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguel dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Soft Coated Woxers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Soft Coated Woxer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cao Fila de Sao Miguel, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Soft Coated Woxer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Cao Fila de Sao Miguel has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Soft Coated Woxer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Soft Coated Woxer feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Cao Fila de Sao Miguel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Soft Coated Woxer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Cao Fila de Sao Miguel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

Soft Coated Woxers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are easygoing, low-sensitivity dogs that make low-maintenance and stress-free pets.

The Soft Coated Woxer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Cao Fila de Sao Miguel is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Soft Coated Woxers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Soft Coated Woxers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Soft Coated Woxers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Soft Coated Woxers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Soft Coated Woxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Cao Fila de Sao Miguels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.