Pastor Garafiano

The Pastor Garafiano is a large herding breed from La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain. It has a double coat and is known for being docile, intelligent, loyal, alert, and work-focused. Individual temperaments can vary. Its recognition status varies by registry. Estimated adult weight is 25–35 kg for both sexes, and estimated height is 56–64 cm. Estimated lifespan is 12–14 years. These figures are modelled estimates, not confirmed measurements.

The Pastor Garafiano is an autochthonous breed from La Palma island in the Canary Islands, Spain. It is believed to have developed from pre-Hispanic dogs and was traditionally used for herding goats and sheep in mountainous terrain. The breed is classified in the Herding group. Recognition of the breed varies by registry. It has been officially recognized by the Real Sociedad Canina de España and provisionally by the FCI (Standard No. 321). However, the exact timeline and full recognition status depend on the specific registry. The breed's history is closely tied to its working role on the island, but specific dates or events are not available from the supplied facts.