Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Dominant
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Reserved
Suspicious

Koolies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Presa Danes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

Presa Canario, Great Dane

America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Dog Registry of America Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Black
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

A Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 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 Presa Dane can have a litter of 10-15 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.

Koolies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Presa Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Koolie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Presa Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Bone Cancer

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

None Known

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood Analysis
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas
Cardiac Test

Koolies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Presa Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Koolies 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.

Presa Danes are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Presa Dane dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Koolie, it's at least 15 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 Presa Dane, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Koolies usually need at least 90 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 Presa Danes 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-53 pound (15 - 24 kg) Koolie feed 2.5 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 100-150 pound (45 - 68 kg) Presa Dane 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.

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

The average cost of a Presa Dane is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Koolie 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.

The average per month expenses of a Presa Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Koolies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Presa Danes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Koolies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Presa Danes are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Koolies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Presa Danes are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Koolies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Presa Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.