Choose an Uruguayan Cimarron 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.

Posavac Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Uruguay

Croatia

Mastiff-type

Unknown

1400's

15th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brindle

Red
Fawn
Isabella

Uruguayan Cimarrons have medium-length coats.

Posavac Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

An Uruguayan Cimarron can have a litter of 12-15 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 Posavac Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

CERF
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Ear Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiogram

Uruguayan Cimarrons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Posavac Hounds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Uruguayan Cimarrons need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Posavac Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Frizbee

Walk play

Uruguayan Cimarrons 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.

Posavac Hounds 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 Uruguayan Cimarron, it's at least 9 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 Posavac Hound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Uruguayan Cimarrons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Posavac Hounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 84-99 pound (38 - 45 kg) Uruguayan Cimarron feed 3 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 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Posavac Hound feed 2 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 an Uruguayan Cimarron is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Posavac Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Uruguayan Cimarron is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Posavac Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Uruguayan Cimarrons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Posavac Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Uruguayan Cimarrons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Posavac Hounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Uruguayan Cimarrons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Posavac Hounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.