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Boerboel

 

Boerboels

It is recommended that only reputable breeders should be approached when seeking breed information or if you wish to purchase a puppy.

 

See the advertisements in either this month's issue, our classifieds section, or our back issues featuring your breed of choice. Alternatively contact one of the clubs listed below for breeders in your area.

 

National

 

Boerboel

SA Boerboel Breeders Association (SABT/SABBA)
Chairman:  Mr Aldu le Grange
Tel: 056 212 9000   

office@sabt.co.za
www.sabt.co.za

 

Elite Boerboel Breeders Association of Southern Africa (EBBASA)
Chairman:  Mr. J Swart
Tel:  082 338 5636
ebbasa@gmail.com

www.ebbasa.com

 

Kennel Union of Southern Africa
Phone: (021) 423 9027
info@kusa.co.za
www.kusa.co.za

 

Gauteng

 

Group Club

Working & Herding breeds Association, Golden Reef
Chairman: Mr HA Kranz
Phone: (011) 972 9204 / 083 295 3358
horst@articluv.net

 

Kwazulu Natal

 
Group Club

Natal Working & Herding Breeds Association
Chairperson: Miss ER Gow
Tel:  031 462 4834

Mobile: 083 778 4248

 

Border & Eastern Cape

Group Club

Quinera Working & Herding Breeds Club
Chairman: Mrs VA Herselman
Tel: 043 748 1552

Mobile: 082 655 6132

sanfranica@yahoo.com

 

Baakens Valley Working & Herding Breeds Club
Chairman: Mr S van Vliet
Tel: 041 379 4206

Mobile: 072 341 6069
simab@wam.co.za

 

Western Cape

Boerboel Club

Western Cape Boerboel Club
Chairman:  Mr RC Cupido
Tel: 0795237534
  completecorp@hotmail.com
Group Club

Working & Herding Breeds Club of the Cape
Chairman: Mr R. Koning
Email: edgar@positivelives.co.za
 Phone: (021) 903 3104
Mobile: 082 535 1135

 

Secretary: Mrs D Hull
Mobile: 082 812 1422
boxers@iafrica.com

 

 

Fact File - Boerboel

 

KUSA Group

  Working group

Original Function

 Farm dog for guarding and protecting.

Modern Function

 Guarding, protection and companionship.

Appearance

 The Boerboel is a large dog.  It has prominent and well-developed musculature over the entire body with buoyant movement – an impressive and imposing figure of strength.

Weight

Males: ±70-80kg. Females ±50-60kg

Height

Males: ±66 cm; Females ±61cm (ideal heights)

Coat Colour

 All shades of yellow, brown or brindle.
Coat Texture Short and thick hair – dense pelt.

Grooming

 Demands little attention, apart from normal parasite control.

Personality/Temperament

 Obedient and manageable, reliable, watchful, self-confident.

Compatibility with other dogs

 Good, but alpha dominance amongst same sex may play a factor.

Compatibility with cats and other animals

 Good, depending on upbringing.

Compatibility with people/children

 Good, depending on upbringing.

Best Characteristics

 Loyal companions; brave, protective and loving towards their family; excellent all-round family and working dogs.  A well-bred healthy Boerboel with correct temperament is awesome.

Less-than-Best Characteristics

 Can be very dominant and require correct rearing and training.  Some (minority) are prone to excessive slobbering.  The size of the landmines!

Living Space – Indoors/Outdoors

 Both – do well inside and outside. Need attention and love.

Space and Exercise

 Can live happily in a smaller environment, but needs lots of exercise in any event.

Trainability

 Reacts well to owner’s instructions. Training advised.
Suitability as Watchdog
Yes

Noise Factor

 Quiet.  Will alert owner to perceived threat.
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
Feeding Any good quality dog food – follow manufacturers recommendations for age and weight.

Health Check

 Hip dysplasia; elbow dysplasia, Eye problems including entropion and ectropion; vaginal hyperplasia; cruciate ligament ruptures.  Like other large breeds can be susceptible to bloat. 
Availability Enquire via SABT/SABBA for reputable breeders and healthy puppies.    Be prepared to wait for well-bred puppies.  Not all reputable breeders are members of clubs so ask around.
Some questions to ask Breeders Are the puppies registered with SABT/SABBA;  are they dewormed and vaccinated;  are the parents health tested; ask to see both parents of the litter if possible.