Caramelo (dog)
| Caramelo | |||||||||
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A caramelo dog in Curitiba, Brazil | |||||||||
| Other names | Caramel mutt | ||||||||
| Origin | Brazil | ||||||||
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| Dog (domestic dog) | |||||||||
The caramelo dog (Portuguese: [kaɾaˈmɛlu] ⓘ) or vira-lata caramelo ("caramel mutt") is a mixed-breed dog originating in Brazil, known for its caramel-colored coat. It is informally considered a national symbol of Brazil.