Boerboel - powerful, loyal and benefits from appropriate nutrition

The Boerboel is an impressive dog breed with a strong build and a calm, confident character. Originally, this breed comes from South Africa, where the Boerboel was used as a guard dog on large farms. Nowadays, the Boerboel is mainly known as a loyal family dog that is watchful, stable and hugely attached to its family.

Due to their size, muscle mass and powerful physique, Boerboels have specific nutritional needs. Good nutrition therefore plays an important role in keeping joints, muscles and condition healthy.

In this article, we explain what to look out for in a Boerboel and which Puro foods are a good match for this breed.

The character of a Boerboel

The Boerboel is:

• powerful and muscular
• loyalty to the family
• calm and stable
• watchful and confident
• intelligent and protective

Despite their imposing appearance, Boerboels are often quiet dogs indoors. However, they do need clear guidance, exercise and good nutrition suited to their size and activity.

As Boerboels get big and heavy, it is important to avoid obesity and support joints properly.

What should you pay attention to when it comes to nutrition?

With Boerboels, it is important that nutrition:

• contains sufficient high-quality proteins
• supports muscle building and fitness
• is easily digestible
• matches activity level
• helps to maintain a healthy weight

Especially in large dog breeds, stable growth and good body condition is important to minimise joint strain.

Which Puro foods suit a Boerboel well?

Puro 26/16 Pressed for the business market

A balanced pressed diet for adult Boerboels with normal activity levels. This food supports calm digestion and is highly digestible.

Suitable for:

• adult Boerboels
• normal daily activity
• dogs that respond well to pressed foods

Puro Active Pressed

For Boerboels that live active lives, move a lot or train intensively. This food contains extra energy and supports active dogs that consume more.

Suitable for:

• active Boerboels
• working or guard dogs
• young adult dogs with higher energy requirements

Puro Grain-Free Crispy

Some Boerboels do well on a crunchy, grain-free food. We have as many as 3 varieties Croc Rabbit Grain-free, Croc Duck Grain-free and Croc Fish Grain-free. This kibble has a firm texture and is suitable for dogs with specific nutritional preferences.

Suitable for:

• Boerboels with sensitivities
• dogs that like to eat crunchy kibble
• owners who consciously choose grain-free

Puro Salmon/Lamb Pressed

A great choice for Boerboels with sensitive skin, coat or digestion. Sensitive Salmon and Rice and Sensitive Lamb and Rice are often well tolerated and support skin and coat from within.

Suitable for:

• sensitive Boerboels
• skin or coat problems
• sensitive stomach or intestines

In doubt about which feed is the best fit?

No two Boerboel are the same. Age, activity and sensitivities all play a role in choosing the right food.

Therefore, the Feed Finder you step by step in finding the right food for your dog. So you can be sure that your Boerboel gets food that really suits him.

A strong dog starts with good nutrition

A Boerboel is an impressive, loyal dog that requires attention, guidance and appropriate nutrition. With the right food, you not only support your dog's condition, but also its long-term health.

At Puro, we believe that good nutrition doesn't have to be complicated. Just clear, honest and appropriate for your dog.