Broholmer
The Broholmer, a large molosser breed, originated in Denmark and was used primarily for hunting. Despite its history, the breed is known for its affectionate and calm nature.
Broholmer Breed overview
The Broholmer is a large and muscular breed, typically weighing between 100 and 150 pounds. They have a short and dense coat that comes in a range of colors, from golden yellow to black. Known for their loyalty and affectionate nature, they make excellent family pets. They have a calm temperament and get along well with children and other pets. They are a low-energy breed, with a tendency to snooze on the couch.
The Broholmer is not typically an aggressive breed, but they can be protective of their family if they feel their safety is threatened. Early socialization and training is important to ensure they get along well with other dogs and people. They are not always suited to apartment living due to their large size, but they can adapt to a range of living environments.
What To Expect When Caring For a Broholmer
Health
The Broholmer is a generally healthy breed, but like all breeds, they can be prone to certain health issues. Hip dysplasia is common in the breed, as are joint problems, which can lead to arthritis. Bloat is also a concern, so it is important to feed them several small meals throughout the day rather than one large meal. They may also be prone to ear infections due to their pendant ears. Regular ear cleaning can help prevent infections.
Training
The Broholmer is a calm and obedient breed, but they can be stubborn at times. Early socialization and training is important to ensure they get along well with other dogs and people. They are generally eager to please, so positive reinforcement is typically more effective than punishment. They are not typically difficult to house train if a consistent routine is established from a young age.
Nutrition
The Broholmer is a large breed and requires a high-quality dog food to meet their nutritional needs. It is important to feed them a food that is appropriate for their age, size, and activity level. Puppies may require specialized puppy food to support their growth and development. It is important to measure their food carefully to prevent overfeeding, which can lead to obesity and other health issues. As with all breeds, access to fresh water at all times is essential.
Exercise
Despite their large size, the Broholmer is not a high-energy breed and typically only requires moderate exercise. A daily walk or two and some playtime in the yard or park is usually sufficient. They may enjoy swimming, which is also good exercise for their joints. They are not typically suited to long runs or other high-impact activities.
Grooming
The Broholmer has a short and dense coat that requires minimal grooming. Weekly brushing with a soft bristle brush will help keep their coat shiny and healthy. They typically only need a bath when they get particularly dirty or smelly. Care should be taken to clean their pendant ears regularly to prevent infections. They may also need their nails trimmed periodically to prevent them from getting too long and causing discomfort.
Open your heart and home to a furry friend eagerly waiting to become your loyal life companion. By choosing to adopt, you are giving a deserving dog a second chance at happiness and supporting the fight against pet overpopulation.
Broholmer Traits & Characteristics
The Broholmer is a large and powerful breed, with males standing between 28 and 30 inches tall and females between 26 and 28 inches. Their back is broad and strong, and their chest is deep and wide. They have a large head with a short muzzle and pendant ears. The tail is thick at the base and tapers to a point. The coat is short and dense, with a glossy shine. The breed can come in several colors, including yellow, red, and black. Blue and brown colors are not recognized.
Their temperament is one of loyalty and affection, but they can be reserved with strangers. They are typically not aggressive and can be trained to get along well with children and other pets. They are not typically a high-energy breed, but they do require regular exercise to maintain good health.
Affection
The degree to which a breed shows love and affection towards its human family members.
Broholmers are extremely affectionate and loving dogs. They thrive on human attention and are happiest when they are with their owners. They make great family pets and are known for their gentle nature and loyalty.
Children
How well a breed interacts with children, including tolerance for play and energy level.
Broholmers are very good with children. They are patient and gentle and enjoy playing with kids. However, due to their large size, it is important to supervise their interactions with young children to prevent accidental injury.
Dogs
The breed's friendliness and sociability towards other dogs.
Broholmers have a very friendly and sociable nature towards other dogs. They are not aggressive and enjoy playing and socializing with other dogs. However, their large size may intimidate other smaller dogs.
Strangers
The breed's reaction to unfamiliar people, including whether they tend to be wary or friendly.
Broholmers can be reserved with strangers and may be cautious around new people. Early socialization and training can help to overcome this tendency and teach them to be more welcoming to guests.
Playfulness
The breed's activity level and tendency to engage in play and games.
Broholmers have a moderate level of playfulness. They enjoy playing and interacting with their owners but also have a calm and laid-back nature. They are not overly energetic but still require daily exercise.
Alertness
The breed's level of awareness and vigilance, which can affect their ability to perform certain tasks or jobs
Broholmers are moderately alert dogs that make good watchdogs. They are naturally protective of their family and will bark to alert their owners of any suspicious activity. They are not nervous or high-strung.
Adaptability
The breed's ability to adjust to new environments and situations, including whether they are adaptable or may become stressed.
Broholmers can adapt to different living environments as long as they receive daily exercise and human interaction. They do well in both urban and rural settings but are not well suited for apartment living due to their large size.
Shedding
The amount of hair a breed sheds, which can affect allergies and cleanliness.
Broholmers have a short and smooth coat that sheds moderately. Regular brushing can help to reduce shedding, but they will still shed throughout the year. Broholmers are not hypoallergenic.
Grooming
The amount of maintenance required to keep a breed's coat healthy and clean.
Broholmers have a low maintenance coat that only requires occasional brushing and bathing. However, they have a tendency to drool and may require more frequent washing of their face and muzzle to prevent odors.
Drooling
The amount of saliva a breed produces, which can affect cleanliness and potential drool-related issues.
Broholmers are known for their excessive drooling, especially after eating or drinking. It is important to keep a towel handy to wipe their mouth and prevent drool stains around the house.
Size
The breed's overall size, including their weight and height.
Broholmers are a large breed of dog, with males weighing between 110-150 pounds and females weighing between 90-130 pounds. They are muscular and powerful dogs with a broad chest and strong legs.
Energy
The breed's overall activity level, including their need for exercise and play.
Broholmers have a moderate energy level and require daily exercise to stay healthy and fit. They enjoy taking walks and playing in a fenced yard but are not suited to highly active households or intense exercise routines.
Exercise
The breed's need for physical activity and exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Broholmers require daily exercise to maintain their health and vitality. They enjoy taking walks and playing in a fenced yard but are not overly energetic and do not require intense exercise routines. A couple of 30-minute walks per day can provide adequate exercise.
Working
The breed's suitability for working and performing certain tasks or jobs.
Broholmers are a working breed with a history of hunting and serving as watchdogs. They can excel in obedience and agility training and enjoy having a job to do. However, they may not be suitable for all types of work due to their large size and moderate energy level.
Hunting
The breed's natural hunting abilities, including their prey drive, scenting abilities, and tracking skills.
Broholmers have a moderate prey drive and scenting ability, making them suitable for hunting small game such as rabbits and squirrels. However, they are not specialized hunting dogs and may require additional training to excel in this area.
Vigor
The breed's physical stamina and endurance, including their ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy.
Broholmers are a sturdy and robust breed with high levels of physical stamina and endurance. They can keep up with long walks and outdoor activities and are generally a healthy and active breed.
Health
The breed's overall health and potential health issues, including whether they may be prone to certain illnesses or conditions.
Broholmers are generally a healthy breed but may be prone to certain health issues such as hip dysplasia, bloat, and obesity if not properly exercised and fed a balanced diet. Regular veterinary checkups and responsible breeding can help to mitigate these risks.
Obesity
The breed's tendency to gain weight and become overweight or obese, including whether they require extra monitoring and exercise.
Broholmers can be prone to obesity if they are overfed or do not receive enough exercise. A balanced diet and regular exercise routine can help to maintain their weight and prevent obesity-related health issues.
Cold
The breed's ability to tolerate cold weather conditions, including whether they require extra warmth and protection.
Broholmers have a high tolerance for cold weather and can withstand temperatures below freezing. However, they may still require extra warmth and protection in extreme cold conditions, especially if they are older or have health issues.
Heat
The breed's ability to tolerate hot weather conditions, including whether they require extra cooling and protection.
Broholmers have a moderate tolerance for hot weather and may require extra cooling and shade in extreme heat conditions. They should not be left in hot cars or exposed to direct sun for extended periods.
Apartment
The breed's suitability for new or inexperienced dog owners, including their trainability and temperament.
Broholmers are not well suited for apartment living due to their large size and moderate energy level. They require daily exercise and plenty of space to move around and stretch their legs.
Wanderlust
The breed's tendency to wander or roam, including whether they may become lost or require a lot of supervision.
Broholmers have a moderate tendency to wander or roam. They prefer to stay near their owners but will require supervision and a secure fenced yard to prevent them from escaping and getting lost.
Sensitivity
The breed's sensitivity to criticism or negative reinforcement, including whether they may become stressed or anxious.
Broholmers are not overly sensitive dogs but can become anxious or stressed if they sense that their owners are upset or angry. They respond best to positive reinforcement training and a calm and patient approach.
Separation
The breed's tolerance for being left alone, including whether they may become anxious or destructive.
Broholmers can tolerate being left alone for moderate periods of time as long as they have access to water, toys, and a comfortable resting area. However, they may become anxious or destructive if left alone for extended periods.
Barking
The amount of barking a breed tends to do, including whether they may be vocal or prone to excessive barking.
Broholmers have a moderate tendency to bark. They will bark to alert their owners of anything out of the ordinary but are not excessively vocal or prone to barking for no reason.
Mental
The breed's need for mental stimulation and engagement, including whether they are intelligent and require challenging activities.
Broholmers are intelligent dogs that require mental stimulation and engagement to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors. They enjoy learning new tricks and commands and can excel in obedience and agility training.
Novice_owners
Some dogs are simply easier than others; they take to training better and are fairly easygoing. They're also resilient enough to bounce back from your mistakes or inconsistencies.
Broholmers can be suitable for novice dog owners as long as they are willing to commit to training and provide adequate exercise and socialization. They have a gentle nature and are easy to get along with.
Trainability
The ease of training a breed, including whether they are intelligent, obedient, and willing to learn.
Broholmers are intelligent and responsive to training, but they can be stubborn at times. They require a consistent and patient approach to training, with positive reinforcement methods being the most effective.
Affection
The degree to which a breed shows love and affection towards its human family members.
Broholmers are extremely affectionate and loving dogs. They thrive on human attention and are happiest when they are with their owners. They make great family pets and are known for their gentle nature and loyalty.
Children
How well a breed interacts with children, including tolerance for play and energy level.
Broholmers are very good with children. They are patient and gentle and enjoy playing with kids. However, due to their large size, it is important to supervise their interactions with young children to prevent accidental injury.
Dogs
The breed's friendliness and sociability towards other dogs.
Broholmers have a very friendly and sociable nature towards other dogs. They are not aggressive and enjoy playing and socializing with other dogs. However, their large size may intimidate other smaller dogs.
Strangers
The breed's reaction to unfamiliar people, including whether they tend to be wary or friendly.
Broholmers can be reserved with strangers and may be cautious around new people. Early socialization and training can help to overcome this tendency and teach them to be more welcoming to guests.
Playfulness
The breed's activity level and tendency to engage in play and games.
Broholmers have a moderate level of playfulness. They enjoy playing and interacting with their owners but also have a calm and laid-back nature. They are not overly energetic but still require daily exercise.
Alertness
The breed's level of awareness and vigilance, which can affect their ability to perform certain tasks or jobs
Broholmers are moderately alert dogs that make good watchdogs. They are naturally protective of their family and will bark to alert their owners of any suspicious activity. They are not nervous or high-strung.
Adaptability
The breed's ability to adjust to new environments and situations, including whether they are adaptable or may become stressed.
Broholmers can adapt to different living environments as long as they receive daily exercise and human interaction. They do well in both urban and rural settings but are not well suited for apartment living due to their large size.
Shedding
The amount of hair a breed sheds, which can affect allergies and cleanliness.
Broholmers have a short and smooth coat that sheds moderately. Regular brushing can help to reduce shedding, but they will still shed throughout the year. Broholmers are not hypoallergenic.
Grooming
The amount of maintenance required to keep a breed's coat healthy and clean.
Broholmers have a low maintenance coat that only requires occasional brushing and bathing. However, they have a tendency to drool and may require more frequent washing of their face and muzzle to prevent odors.
Drooling
The amount of saliva a breed produces, which can affect cleanliness and potential drool-related issues.
Broholmers are known for their excessive drooling, especially after eating or drinking. It is important to keep a towel handy to wipe their mouth and prevent drool stains around the house.
Size
The breed's overall size, including their weight and height.
Broholmers are a large breed of dog, with males weighing between 110-150 pounds and females weighing between 90-130 pounds. They are muscular and powerful dogs with a broad chest and strong legs.
Energy
The breed's overall activity level, including their need for exercise and play.
Broholmers have a moderate energy level and require daily exercise to stay healthy and fit. They enjoy taking walks and playing in a fenced yard but are not suited to highly active households or intense exercise routines.
Exercise
The breed's need for physical activity and exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Broholmers require daily exercise to maintain their health and vitality. They enjoy taking walks and playing in a fenced yard but are not overly energetic and do not require intense exercise routines. A couple of 30-minute walks per day can provide adequate exercise.
Working
The breed's suitability for working and performing certain tasks or jobs.
Broholmers are a working breed with a history of hunting and serving as watchdogs. They can excel in obedience and agility training and enjoy having a job to do. However, they may not be suitable for all types of work due to their large size and moderate energy level.
Hunting
The breed's natural hunting abilities, including their prey drive, scenting abilities, and tracking skills.
Broholmers have a moderate prey drive and scenting ability, making them suitable for hunting small game such as rabbits and squirrels. However, they are not specialized hunting dogs and may require additional training to excel in this area.
Vigor
The breed's physical stamina and endurance, including their ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy.
Broholmers are a sturdy and robust breed with high levels of physical stamina and endurance. They can keep up with long walks and outdoor activities and are generally a healthy and active breed.
Health
The breed's overall health and potential health issues, including whether they may be prone to certain illnesses or conditions.
Broholmers are generally a healthy breed but may be prone to certain health issues such as hip dysplasia, bloat, and obesity if not properly exercised and fed a balanced diet. Regular veterinary checkups and responsible breeding can help to mitigate these risks.
Obesity
The breed's tendency to gain weight and become overweight or obese, including whether they require extra monitoring and exercise.
Broholmers can be prone to obesity if they are overfed or do not receive enough exercise. A balanced diet and regular exercise routine can help to maintain their weight and prevent obesity-related health issues.
Cold
The breed's ability to tolerate cold weather conditions, including whether they require extra warmth and protection.
Broholmers have a high tolerance for cold weather and can withstand temperatures below freezing. However, they may still require extra warmth and protection in extreme cold conditions, especially if they are older or have health issues.
Heat
The breed's ability to tolerate hot weather conditions, including whether they require extra cooling and protection.
Broholmers have a moderate tolerance for hot weather and may require extra cooling and shade in extreme heat conditions. They should not be left in hot cars or exposed to direct sun for extended periods.
Apartment
The breed's suitability for new or inexperienced dog owners, including their trainability and temperament.
Broholmers are not well suited for apartment living due to their large size and moderate energy level. They require daily exercise and plenty of space to move around and stretch their legs.
Wanderlust
The breed's tendency to wander or roam, including whether they may become lost or require a lot of supervision.
Broholmers have a moderate tendency to wander or roam. They prefer to stay near their owners but will require supervision and a secure fenced yard to prevent them from escaping and getting lost.
Sensitivity
The breed's sensitivity to criticism or negative reinforcement, including whether they may become stressed or anxious.
Broholmers are not overly sensitive dogs but can become anxious or stressed if they sense that their owners are upset or angry. They respond best to positive reinforcement training and a calm and patient approach.
Separation
The breed's tolerance for being left alone, including whether they may become anxious or destructive.
Broholmers can tolerate being left alone for moderate periods of time as long as they have access to water, toys, and a comfortable resting area. However, they may become anxious or destructive if left alone for extended periods.
Barking
The amount of barking a breed tends to do, including whether they may be vocal or prone to excessive barking.
Broholmers have a moderate tendency to bark. They will bark to alert their owners of anything out of the ordinary but are not excessively vocal or prone to barking for no reason.
Mental
The breed's need for mental stimulation and engagement, including whether they are intelligent and require challenging activities.
Broholmers are intelligent dogs that require mental stimulation and engagement to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors. They enjoy learning new tricks and commands and can excel in obedience and agility training.
Novice_owners
Some dogs are simply easier than others; they take to training better and are fairly easygoing. They're also resilient enough to bounce back from your mistakes or inconsistencies.
Broholmers can be suitable for novice dog owners as long as they are willing to commit to training and provide adequate exercise and socialization. They have a gentle nature and are easy to get along with.
Trainability
The ease of training a breed, including whether they are intelligent, obedient, and willing to learn.
Broholmers are intelligent and responsive to training, but they can be stubborn at times. They require a consistent and patient approach to training, with positive reinforcement methods being the most effective.
Similar breeds
History of the Broholmer
The Broholmer breed has a long history, believed to date back to the Middle Ages. They were originally bred for hunting and were used to track and capture large game, such as elk and wild boar. The breed almost went extinct in the 19th century, but a group of enthusiasts worked to revive the breed. Today, the Broholmer is still a rare breed, with only a few hundred registered in Denmark each year.
The breed is now recognized by several kennel clubs, including the FCI and the AKC. Despite their impressive size and strength, they are known for their calm and affectionate nature, making them excellent family pets.
Broholmer Puppies
Broholmer puppies require regular socialization and training from a young age to ensure they grow up to be well-adjusted and well-behaved adults. They are typically a slow-growing breed, taking up to two years to reach their full size. It is important to feed them high-quality food to ensure they get the nutrients they need as they grow. Puppies may require more frequent feeding than adult dogs to support their growth and development.
The breed is prone to certain health issues, including hip dysplasia and joint problems. It is important to choose a reputable breeder who performs health screenings on their breeding dogs to reduce the risk of these issues in the puppies.