[2] In the 1960s, there was an attempt to revive the breed with the aid of the Portuguese government.

[1] However, there was disagreement between government officials and breeders, which led to the project's failure.

[1] After this, the future of the Terceira Mastiff depended solely on local farmers and breed fanciers.

One of its most remarkable features is an innately short, corkscrew-like tail.

[1] Red, black and brindle individuals are usually considered to be impure.