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Cimarrón Uruguayo Grooming Profile

Weekly brushing manages their short double coat. Growth stops around age 1, but they fill out with muscle until age 3 or 4.
COAT TYPE

Double Coat

SHEDDING

Moderate

GROOMING SKILL

Minimal

TRAINING FAQ

Are Cimarrón Uruguayos hypoallergenic?
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Worst Choice

Cimarrón Uruguayos are not a good choice for allergy sufferers. Their double coat sheds moderately year-round with heavier seasonal blowouts, though grooming needs stay minimal otherwise.

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Moderate

Cimarrón Uruguayos are moderate year-round shedders with short, dense double coats. While they are not hypoallergenic, their shedding is generally manageable with weekly brushing. Owners should expect increased hair loss during seasonal transitions in the spring and fall as the dogs naturally adjust their undercoats.

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5 mins/week

Weekly brushing keeps their short double coat in good shape — no wrinkles or special coat care needed, unlike some of their fellow guardian breeds.

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Easy

Cimarrón Uruguayos are low-maintenance in the grooming department thanks to their short coat, but their serious exercise and training needs make them far from low-maintenance overall.

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Large

Cimarrón Uruguayos are medium-to-large, powerfully built dogs, typically standing 22 to 24 inches tall and weighing 84 to 100 pounds.

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10-12 months

Cimarrón Uruguayos reach their full height by around 12 months, but continue filling out with muscle until age 3 or 4.

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4-5 cups

"Adult Cimarrón Uruguayos typically need 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, split into two meals and adjusted for their high activity level and athletic build."

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3-4 meals/day

Cimarrón Uruguayo puppies should eat three to four meals a day for the first six months to support this muscular working breed's steady growth. Two meals a day is typically sufficient after that point. Because Cimarróns mature into large, powerful dogs, consistent portions help protect developing joints, so check with your vet.

VET INSIGHTS

Cimarrón Uruguayos are powerful, medium-to-large working dogs that reach full maturity by age four. They are moderate shedders with short double coats, requiring weekly brushing. While loyal and intelligent, they are high-energy dogs needing significant exercise and a firm leader. Owners should manage their diet of 2-4 cups daily to support their athletic build and prevent obesity.


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Reviewed by
Dr. Vojtech Gabriel
DVM · PhD · MBA
Veterinarian Researcher Dog breed specialist
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