Scientific name Canis lupus familiaris Higher classification Dog | Origin Italy Rank Breed | |
Similar Italian Shepherd, Lottatore Brindisino, Abruzzese Mastiff, Cane da presa, Lupo Italiano | ||
Cane lupino del gigante
The Cane Lupino del Gigante, also known as Cane da Pastore dell'Appennino Reggiano o Cane Luvin, is a local variant of Cane Toccatore which has been used by shepherds on the Apennine Mountains near Reggio Emilia. Gigante refers to a mountain present in the area where the dogs live. The decline of sheep raising in the area led to a decline in the numbers of the breed which is now reduced to about 200 specimens.
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The Lupino resembles a small wolf since breeding with wild wolves has been known to occur. The dog only weighs 20 to 30 kilograms (44 to 66 lb) in most cases and only a few specimens are bigger than that. It is a very docile dogs which can be used to drive sheep or to guard property. The Italian Kennel Club does not recognize the breed.
Cane lupino del gigante
