Rastreador Brasileiro

The Rastreador Brasileiro is a large Brazilian scenthound with a short, dense coat. It was developed for tracking jaguar and other large game, known for its exceptional scenting ability, perseverance, and courage. The breed is described as courageous, intelligent, loyal, calm, alert, and work-focused. Its recognition status varies by registry. Note that individual temperaments can differ; these are general tendencies.

The Rastreador Brasileiro originated in Brazil, developed from European scenthounds and local dogs for tracking jaguar and large game in Brazilian terrain. According to one source, the breed was declared extinct by the FCI in 1973 following a disease outbreak but was later reconstituted through a dedicated breeding project and granted definitive FCI recognition again in 2019. However, the exact timeline and details of this history are based on a single source and should be treated with caution. The breed's development reflects its purpose as a courageous and persevering tracker in challenging environments.