Winterspring
Well-Known Member
I've seen pictures of Filas all over this site. Now I'm starting to wonder if everyone has show quality Filas or if I got a mutt. He seems to display many of the classic Fila temperament signs (does NOT like strangers, but will tolerate SOME strangers out of the house, and there's no telling who he'll like or who he won't, seriously protective, chose one person) and his eyesight is pretty cruddy. His sense of smell and hearing are amazing, though. But other than some typically Mastiff-y features, I'm starting to wonder if good ol' Taurus is an actual Fila at all. Here are some pictures, various views, including one of his butt that shows that sharply tapering tail, and was wondering if the Filaphiles could tell me if I have a real Fila or a mix. Or just a poorly bred one. (By "poorly bred", I mean just didn't come out like other Filas with faults that would totally disqualify him from shows. Not counting the ones who would eliminate him for his weird coloring. He's not black. He's dark brown. But our camera is odd.)
I have more, but this should give you a decent idea. I hope. Does he really look like a Fila to you? I have my doubts after seeing Filas like Flower and Kona.
I have more, but this should give you a decent idea. I hope. Does he really look like a Fila to you? I have my doubts after seeing Filas like Flower and Kona.