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Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog
Italia FCI 201 . Sheepdogs

Origin: Italy
Character: Affable and protective
Weight: 30 to 45 kg
Height: 60 to 73 cm.
Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

The Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog he will be really happy sleeping with the cattle rather than on the sofa in your home.

Pastor Maremmano-Abruzzese

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Characteristics "Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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History

The Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog (Maremmano-Abruzzese or Cane da pastore Maremmano-Abruzzese), It is a breed of sheepdog native to central Italy and used for centuries by shepherds to defend their flocks from wolves.

The breed is still used today, widely, in the region of the Abruzzo where flocks of sheep vitalize the rural economy and wolves are protected predators (of the few areas of the planet, Regrettably…).

The race is similar to the Pyrenean Mountain Dog, to the Kuvasz from Hungary and to Akbash from Turkey (This, that more!).

It also descends from the shepherd dogs that once existed in the Maremma Tuscany region and in the Lazio region.. Since 1860, the transhumance of herds from one region to another has favoured the development of a natural mixture of these two primitive races.

Several descriptions of dogs defending vulnerable white sheep are found in the literature of ancient Rome, in works such as the Columella, Varro and Palladius. Dogs similar to Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog they are represented in numerous sculptures and paintings from Roman times to the present day.

Until year 1958, the Maremma Sheepdog and the Maremmano-Abruzzese they were considered as separate races. The first Canine society of the Maremma Sheepdog was established in the year in 1950, and three years later (1953) the First Canine Society of the Maremma Sheepdog.

But owing to transhumance of herds of sheep from one region to another, especially after the unification of Italy, there was a “natural fusion” between the two races. For which reason, the 1 in January of 1958, the races were unified by the ENCI (Ente Nazionale della Cinophilia Italian, or national association Cynologique Italiana).

Today, It is not so encouraging and sympathetic as the history of this beautiful can, although they are still widely used by Italian sheep farmers in areas where predation is common, as the central Apennines of Italy and the open countryside of the land of national parks in Abruzzo.

But, Ironically, of the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog, in the area of the Maremma of Tuscany, the memory can only, they are now a rarity just in the area which saw them to be born, you are right, even if you don't like to hear it, the hand of man and progress... have resulted in a more sinister: sheep farming has declined and the wolf is nearly extinct.

Curiosities

Although it is easier for him Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog, develop their relationship with sheep and goats, farmers have found that, as well, are able to develop a protective bond with cows, and in many places of United States, It also used for the purpose. As well, they are good defending corrales, chickens or ducks from the threats of land caused by coyotes, dogs and foxes, and air threats caused by birds of prey (Hawks, Eagles, owls, etc.).

In Australia, a lot has been invested in it Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog. Specifically in the city of Warrnambool that has great natural beauties, and in one of them the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog It is today a key piece for the survival of other species.

Within the natural beauties that talked, the beach of Logan located on the East side of the city is a great example, recognized as a southern whale breeding site. Every year between May and August reach coasts copies of adult female whales to give birth to their calves, and at the end of September are often long trip offshore, sometimes with a little bit of human help, so the whales are not left stranded on the beach.

In addition to the whale southern franco, the coast is also visited by sea lions of Australia, penguins and common dolphin. Albatrosses can spot during the winter and early spring.

There is also another natural beauty which is the protagonist of this post can… Middle Island had a large colony of penguins. But the uncontrolled presence of foxes led to a significant reduction in the number of members of the colony.. In 2005, there are only four penguins left in the colony.

It was then when the Warrnambool City Council introduced an innovative and ecological program, first in the world with these characteristics, introduced to Middle Island several copies of Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog to protect the penguins. This highly original and innovative program has been the cornerstone of the re-establishment of the penguin colony that in the year 2009 already had more of 100 Members.

While the use of Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog to protect an endangered species was a rare thing at first, Thanks to the effort and commitment of the Warrnambool City Council, it has been proven that the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog along with other breeds of livestock guardian dogs, they make it possible that the cattle and other species, like penguins, they can live with their natural predators in danger of extinction, as well, as wolves and coyotes. Program predation was reduced a 70% u 80% or more, and the survival of Wolf and different foxes, or coyotes, is not endangered, at least in the area.

In other countries like Italy, United States and Canada, the use of dogs has also been promoted Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog, as well as other types of herding dogs, to minimize the conflict between the species of predators in danger of extinction and farmers, achieving success several but without destroying the ecosystem.

Physical characteristics

The Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog is a dog from large size, powerful, aspect rustic and at the same time Majestic and well accused type. Its general appearance of medium proportions is a heavy dog, whose body is longer than the height at the cross. It also keeps harmony in terms of its format (normal correlation between size and different parts of the body) and profiles (concordance between the profiles of the head and body).

The head altogether, is large and flat, conical and similar to the White bear form.

The skull in profile is convex. The eyes are ochre or brown. It has ears triangular and small relative to the size of the dog, are high insertion and hang.

The limb well well-angled, giving sense of lead and firmness. The tail hangs surpassing the Hock, and when the dog is alert it rises to the line of the back.

The hair is long, abundant and rough to the touch. The only one supported color is the white solid. Although they tend to admit light reflections of color ivory, pale orange or lemon.

Height to the cross in the males is of 65 to 73 cm and females is of 60 to 68 cm.. The weight of 35 to 45 kg in males and 30 to 40 kg in females.

Character and skills

Despite its large size, the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog It can be a good companion dog in homes that have open spaces, appropriate to your needs.

Centuries of breeding Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog, assigning to be friendly and protective with their lambs, their flocks, they have forged the character of the race, Nowadays, an animal that adapts very well to home life is very attached to its family, whom it protects as if it were a herd., always showing a quiet character, balanced and intelligent.

In many areas this beautiful dog has earned a reputation for being aggressive, very nervous and even bite, but this is not true. The issue is that, When one decides to take this breed of dog it must be understood that it needs large spaces, freedom and independence. Not reach you with daily routine down to walk to do their physiological needs, This routine can generate stress and boost develop destructive behaviors.

Can be rather distrustful with strangers, due to his desire to protector, and despite the fact that it adapts well to home life, for its size and need for open spaces, and it is not advisable to raise him in urban areas, because it won't be a happy dog. A rural House, away from neighbor's property lines and wheeled traffic, it would be an ideal place for this beautiful shepherd. In this environment, Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog, to be on the couch in the House before going to prefer sleeping with livestock, there is really happy.

In addition to its extensive use in Italy, the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog lives happily performing its livestock protection duties in Australia, United States and Canada.

The Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog, is a very versatile dog, and capable of generating a very, but very strong with the animals who must take care. To develop this protective instinct in the blood, they are introduced in the flocks of sheep when they are puppies, in some cases with 3 or 4 weeks of life, but the most common is that they are introduced with 7 u 8 weeks, they are once with his flock, quickly they implemented their skills, still puppies, with a little bit of help, Of course, but only at the beginning.

What more can we say of the character of the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog? I think the words..., sobran.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs ⓘ
  • – ANKC – Group 5 (working dogs) ⓘ
  • – ​KC – Pastoral ⓘ
  • – NZKC – Working dog ⓘ
  • – UKC – Herding dogs ⓘ

FCI breed standard Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog

FCIFCI - Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog
Dog

Alternative names:

1. Cane da Pastore Maremmano-Abruzzese, Maremmano, Pastore Abruzzese, Pastore Maremmano, Abruzzese Mastiff, Mastino Abruzzese, Abruzzo Sheepdog, Abruzzese Sheepdog (English).
2. cane da pastore Maremmano-Abruzzese (French).
3. Maremmen-Abruzzen-Schäferhund (German).
4. Cane da Pastore Maremmano-Abruzzese (Portuguese).
5. Maremmano-Abrucense, Pastor de Maremma (español).

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Saarloos wolfdog
Holanda FCI 311 - Sheepdogs.

Origin: Netherlands
Character: Hierarchical and suspicious of strangers.
Weight: 36 - 41 kg.
Height: 60 - 75 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

Saarloos wolfdog

The Dutch Society of Saarloos wolfdog, is the only organism that can supply the puppies.

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History

The Sr. Leendert Saarloos (1884-1969) loved nature and also dogs. He realized that the dogs had become too humanized and he intended to, as a lover of the German Shepherd, of recovering the natural qualities of this breed to produce a better working dog. For this reason he crossed a male German Shepherd, Gerard van der Fransenum, a dog of the classic Prussian style, with Flowers, a female wolf that originated from the Siberian branch of the European type (1932). Breeding based on the father gave him a basic population of animals with a quarter of wolf blood. During the course of the next experimental phase with strict selection, a new race, the ″European Wolfdog″ had evolved. Selected animals of this breed provided good service as guide dogs., and at first they were believed to be adequate for this task.

Due to the increase in the proportion of wolf blood, usable skill, inherited from the original predecessor, Gerard, it was gradually lost and it became obvious that the breed was not suitable for use as a working or guide dog. Leendert Saarloos Legacy, not a working dog, but a dog with attributes more attached to nature, was recognized as a breed in 1975. at that time, the breed was named ″Saarloos wolfdog″ in honor of its founder: Honor for whom honor deserves.

Physical characteristics

It is a dog type lupoid with powerful but light skeleton, with long limbs. The eyes, medium-sized, macaroons, are slightly oblique and preferably yellow in color. The expression is attentive and reserved time, but without a trace of fear. The ears, medium-sized, they have a fairly wide insertion and are pointed, fleshy and hairy. The tail is implanted quite low and at rest it takes the form of a saber, not too mobile. Can carry it high when active or intimidating.

Differences in secondary sex characteristics are pronounced between males and females.

  • Fur: hard and straight.
  • Color: from black with light blends to dark black (gray wolf), from brown with light blends to dark brown and from very light cream to white.
  • Size: males, of 65 to 75 cm.; females of 60 to 70 cm..

Character and skills

Strongly hierarchical, He is very attached to his owner and is wary of strangers.. It is a dog to enjoy and study (better as a couple or in a group) especially for fans of ethology, but it is not recommended to use it for guard and defense, because he tends to run away from man. Your reservation and your way of avoiding unknown situations, just like a wolf, are typical features of Saarloos wolfdog.

Images "Saarloos wolfdog"

Videos "Saarloos wolfdog"

Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs ⓘ
  • – UKC – Herding dogs ⓘ

FCI breed standard Saarloos wolfdog

FCIFCI - Saarloos wolfdog
Dog

Alternative names:

1. Saarloos wolfhond (English).
2. Saarloos (French).
3. Saarlooswolfhond (German).
4. Saarlooswolfhond (Portuguese).
5. Perro lobo Holandés (español).

Photos:

1 – Saarloos wolfdog from the Czech region by @Hippie_Saarloos / CC BY-SA
2 – Saarloos by Wolfdog by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1389361
3 – Saarloos Wolfhond – Merlin v.d. Schattenwaldwoelfen by Boot Juliaan / CC BY-SA
4 – Saarloos Wolfhound by Corinne Benavides
5 – Saarloos Wolfhound by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1127277

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White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Suiza FCI 347 - Sheepdogs.

Origin: Switzerland
Character: Fair and balanced
Weight: 30 to 40 Kg
Height: 55 to 65 cm.
Life expectancy: 12 years

Pastor Blanco Suizo

The White Swiss Shepherd Dog is a dog of great temperament, attentive and guardian and never nervous.

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History

The White Swiss Shepherd Dog a breed of dog is pastor of Swiss origin. Share origins with the German Shepherd, but has been recognized provisionally as a breed apart by the FCI.

The 3 in April of 1899, the first dog German Shepherd, as we know it today, It was officially registered. This dog was a completely white male which was used by ranchers and sheepherders for grazing because it was very easy to distinguish it from the wolves.

The first news about a hatchery White Swiss Shepherd Dog are earlier than the year 1900 and its origin is found in Alsace-Lorraine, to be more exact in the Royal Court of the Habsburgs. In their enclosure they had a kennel of purebred white shepherds.

After the creation of the race German Shepherd, all colors were accepted. It was in the first decades of the 20th century, When were the white copies excluded, Therefore, persecuted and almost wiped out in Europe.

Back in the years 70, Switzerland had imported the first specimens of white shepherds, while in Germany - as we said above- as these dogs did not meet the standard of the German Shepherd as we know it today, White shepherds were almost wiped out.

The first Club of White Swiss Shepherd Dog was founded in the decade of 1970 in United States. For which reason, the race returned to appear in Europe. At first in Switzerland and Denmark, and later in Germany. Little by little, European Cynological societies began to open their stud books for the White Swiss Shepherd Dog.

A dog born in 1966, it was the first White Swiss Shepherd Dog which was registered in Europe, in Switzerland.

The breed was recognized in Switzerland of 1991, followed by the Netherlands in 1992. Czech Republic, Austria and Denmark, They also recognized the breed.

Switzerland, Despite the low popularity of this breed, He recovered the race and also assumed the same motherhood, so in the 26 in November of the year 2002 the Federation Cynologique Internationale acknowledged - on a provisional basis- to the White Swiss Shepherd Dog, as a separate breed.

Physical characteristics

The White Swiss Shepherd Dog, to the naked eye and as far as the physical, He is a German Shepherd in all rule, It is only slightly more elongated and less angular.

According to him standard, the White Swiss Shepherd Dog, is a dog from size medium, powerful, muscular and robust. According to the standard, males must have a tall cross ranging from 60 to 66 cm., females are slightly smaller their stature is about 55 to 61 cm..

It has the ears large, straight and triangular. The tail scimitar-shaped, is low and at rest reaches the Hock.

It is the eyes they are fed and slightly oblique tend to be of color dark brown or purplish-brown fire.

And perhaps, The most outstanding feature of this beautiful dog is its white mantle of double layer and medium long length. Dense and well separated hair.

The colour of the mantle is white. The nose, the lips and pads are absolutely black.

In the year 1933, the white color of the coat was pointed out as a defect that had to be eliminated by the German Shepherd Club of Germany, of America and Canada.

There are even theories, in the news, that continues to hold the white color is due to a physical defect, to a pathology but that type of theory lacks foundation and the first proof of it, It is a very healthy dog.

Its white color comes from a simple recessive gene that both parents must be carriers to continue the color, that is the reality.

Character and skills

The German Shepherd, not only the color of the mantle but also in its character differ.

While it is a dog of great temperament he displays never nervous, But if attentive and vigilant. It tends to be suspicious with strangers but never aggressive.

It is a dog friendly, very Intelligent and learn with ease.

It´s fair to his family and -as we said- he can be cautious with strangers, but should never show shy or fearful behavior and less aggressiveness. Some people think that the Arctic Wolf mixed with the breed, and that's where his caution comes from, but that only a legend.

It is a balanced dog, very good watchdog and has even been trained as a guide dog on occasion.

It is a great companion for everything physical exercise that is its scope, loves to play with sticks, balls, run…

While its origin speaks of a shepherd dog, today despite the fact that in some countries it is still used in such tasks, is widely accepted as a companion dog.

It adapts perfectly to the home, fond of children but remember that need exercise like all dogs, This always necessary if we want to keep happy balanced our puppies. Let's not forget that he is a working dog that needs physical and mental challenges.

The White Swiss Shepherd Dog gets along well with other dogs and, as well, It is usually good in agility competitions, search, rescue and obedience. They are also used as assistance dogs.

The character of White Swiss Shepherd Dog it is softer than the German Shepherd, But if you take genius to protect his family, will not hesitate it to.

White Swiss Shepherd Dog Images

White Swiss Shepherd Dog videos

Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs ⓘ
  • – ANKC – Group 5 (working dogs) ⓘ
  • – ​KC – Pastoral ⓘ
  • – NZKC – Working dog ⓘ

FCI breed standard "White Swiss Shepherd Dog"

Origin:
Switzerland

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
04.07.2011

Use:

Family and companion dog.



General appearance:

It is a powerful White Shepherd dog, good muscular, medium-sized, with erect ears, double coat that can be medium or long; elongated; medium and elegant bone, harmonious silhouette.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: Moderately long with a rectangular shape: body length (from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the ischium) and height at the withers = 12 : 10.

The distance from the stop to the tip of the nose is slightly greater than from the stop to the occipital protuberance.



Behavior / temperament:

Lively and balanced temperament, enjoy the action, attentive with good ability to be trained. Friendly and discreet. With high social capacity and devoted to his master. Never skittish or aggressive without provocation. A cheerful and easily teachable working and sporting dog; with the ability to be educated in any discipline.
Its high social capacity allows it to be integrated into any kind of events and situations.

Head:

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Cranial region:

Strong, clean cut and finely chiseled, in good proportion to the body. Wedge shaped, top or side view. The axes of the skull and muzzle are parallel.

  • Skull: Only somewhat rounded; the central groove is barely perceptible.
  • Depression links (Stop): Slightly marked, but clearly perceptible.

facial region:

Truffle: Medium-sized; black pigmentation is desirable; lighter pigmented and winter nose is accepted.

  • Snout: Powerful and moderately long in relation to the skull; straight nose bridge and lower muzzle line, converging slightly towards the nose.
  • Lips: Dried, closing fairly, as black as possible.
  • Jaws / Teeth: Strong and complete scissor bite. The teeth are set at right angles to the jaws.
  • EYES: Medium size, almendrada form, placed somewhat obliquely; brown to dark brown color, dark brown. Well attached eyelids, it is desirable that it has black edges.
  • EARS: erect, set high, parallel and directed forward; in the shape of an elongated triangle with a slightly rounded tip.

Neck:

Moderately long and well muscled, harmoniously inserting into the body, without jowl; the elegant upper neck line runs in a continuous line from the head, which is carried moderately high, to the cross.

Body:

  • top line: Strong, muscular of medium length.Cross: Pronounced.
  • Back: Level and firm.Pork loin: Well muscled.
  • Rump: Long and medium wide, leans gently towards the root of the tail.
  • Breast : Not too wide. Its depth (approx.. the 50% of the height to the cross); reaching elbow; torch oval box, spreading well back. Marked chest.
  • Bottom line and belly: Thin flanks, firm: moderately retracted lower line.

Tail:

Saber-shaped and thick, slimming to tip; rather low insertion; reaching at least the hock; at rest it hangs downwards straight or with a slight saber-like curve in its last third; in action it takes it higher but never higher than the top line.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • General appearance: Strong, vigorous, with medium bone. Straight, seen from the front; only moderately separated; viewed profile, they are well angulated.
  • Shoulder: The scapula is long and well sloped, well angled; the entire shoulder region well muscled.
  • Arms: Of adequate length and well muscled.Elbows: They are well attached to the body.forearms: Long, straight and vigorous.Metacarpus: Firm and only slightly oblique.
  • Previous feet: Oval; fingers are well arched and close together, footpads are firm, resistant and black. Are desired dark nails.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • General appearance: Strong, vigorous, with medium bone. Viewed from behind they are straight and parallel; while standing they are not too separated; viewed from the side with adequate angulation.
  • Thigh: Medium in length and well muscled.Knee: With adequate angulation.
  • Leg: Medium length, oblique, with solid bone and well muscular.
  • Hock: Strong, of good angulation.Metatarsus: Medium length, straight, robust.
  • Hind feet: Oval; hind feet are slightly longer than fore feet. Fingers are arched and well together, footpads are firm and black, dark nails are desired.

Movement:

Rhythmic sequence of steps with push and resistance; forelimbs reaching well forward, with strong push; the trot is free, with good ground cover.

Mantle

  • SKIN: No creases with dark pigmentation.

Fur:

  • Medium length mantle: Denso, glued with double hair; abundant undercoat covered with stiff hair, protection straight; the face, ears and forehead of limbs is covered by shorter hair; on the neck and on the back of the limbs the hair is slightly longer. Slightly wavy but hard hair is allowed.
  • Long hair: Denso, double glued mantle; with abundant undercoat covered with hard hair, protection straight. The face, ears and forehead of limbs are covered by shorter hair; on the neck the long hair forms a clear mane and on the back of the legs are short and the hair on the tail is dense. The length of the coat should never be exaggerated. Slightly wavy but hard hair is allowed.
  • Color: White.


Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Males: 58 – 66 cm.. females: approximately 53 – 61 cm.Weight:
  • Males: 30 – 40 kg. females: approximately 25 – 35 kg.

Typical dogs slightly below or above the stipulated measurements should not be disqualified.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog., and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task.

  • Slight bay color overlapping (light yellow or shades of bay) on the tips of the ears, at the back and top of the tail.
  • Partial loss of pigmentation giving a mottled appearance to the nose, lips and / or on the edge of the eyelids.
  • Spurs. Except in countries where its removal is prohibited by law.



    SERIOUS FAULTS:
  • Heavy appearance, too short under construction (square silhouette).
  • Absence of sexual dimorphism.
  • Missing more than two PM1; M3 are not taken into account.
  • Floppy ears (hanging), semi-erect ears, button ears.
  • Severely falling top line.
  • Ring on tail, curled tail, hooked tail, tail carried higher than top line.
  • Soft mantle, silky outer hair; woolly, curly, open hair; decidedly long hair without undercoat.
  • Decidedly bay color (clear yellowish or bay overlay) on the tips of the ears, back or top of the tail.

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog ​​showing clear physical or behavioral abnormalities.
  • Anxiety, fear in high degree, aggressiveness due to anxiety, unnecessary aggression, lethargic behavior.
  • One or both blue eyes. Protruding eyes.
  • Entropion, ectropion.
  • Upper or lower prognathism, deviated jaw.
  • Total loss of pigmentation in the nose, lips and / or edge of the eyelids.
  • Total loss of pigmentation in the skin or footpads.
  • albinism.


N.B.:
  • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
  • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Berger Blanc Suisse, White German Shepherd (English).
2. berger blanc (French).
3. Berger Blanc Suisse (German).
4. Pastor branco suíço (Portuguese).
5. Perro de pastor suizo blanco (español).

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Australian Cattle Dog
Autralia FCI 287 - Sennenhund

Origin: Australia
Character: protector and companion
Weight: 18 to 26 kg
Height: 43 to 51 cm.
Life expectancy: 13 - 15 years

Pastor Ganadero Australiano

The Australian Cattle Dog is a rustic dog, robust and without health problems.

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History

The Australian Cattle Dog It is a dog originating in australian. In comparison with other races its history is very well documented, because it is a relatively recent.

By the early 19th century the cattle industry in Australia had grown out onto the plains and onto the vast expanses of land. The cattle had become wild and rude beasts, the Smithfields, until then their dogs of grazing, already frequently lost control of livestock. These dogs were overcome by the heat and the distances they traveled to move the cattle, they also tended to bite and bark a lot, because they knew how to graze sheep and not cattle, and sometimes with horns, they were injured. This problem existed in both Australia and the United States, and while Americans were inventing cowboys (Cowboys) Australians invented dogs jeans.

In 1830 a cross of Smithfields took place with Dingoes, the primitive dog that lives in Australia and killed the cattle. This, be regarded as a pest at that time, He went on to be the best contribution to this race. It was believed that dogs more adapted to the climate would be obtained, to work and quieter. Were dogs of red hair, silent but biting even more. This breed was unsuccessful and died.

In 1840 another farmer with the same concern but different approach, imported a couple of Bearded Collie blue-haired scotland, were dogs that barked much. The offspring of this couple crossed it with the Dingo and got a silent working dog with either blue or red fur.

Other races introduced to this cross: the Dalmatian in order to ensure that dogs will also work with horses and more faithful and reliable for masters. The Kelpies black or straw color, Australian foresee dogs; to reaffirm their skills in the jobs that had been lost with the crossbreeding of Dalmatians. The influence of Dalmatians I create puppies with white fur at birth and that changes color at three weeks of age from a smooth coat to another gray. Of the Kelpie straw colored markings on legs, chest and head. The end result was an active dog, compact, with the caution of Dingo, the reliability of a Dalmatian, the skill of a Collie and Kelpie, and a unique coat coloration in the world.

In the early 1890's Mr.. Robert Kaleski became interested in these dogs; as he lover of them and at the same time journalist decided to give to know this race and make it achieved in 1903 the Kennel Club of Wales accepted the first standard of the breed. He firmly believed in the important contribution of Dingo blood to herding cattle and eventually introduced Dingoes to crossbreeds to maintain the efficient heeler style..

In November of 1988 It was formed in Australian Cattle Dog Club of America in California. The 1 May th 1980 they petitioned the AKC license (American Kennel Club) and the 1 September of that year they were awarded.

In all these years Australians livestock herders have been gaining ground both at work and in the heart of the masters. They are known with many names or nicknames: «Blueys» (azulitos), «Blue Dogs» (blue dogs), "Healers" (taloneros), "Queenlad Heelers" (taloneros Queens), "Blue Heelers" (Blue taloneros), "Red heels" (Red taloneros) and they are even mistakenly called "Dingos".

Physical characteristics

The Australian Cattle Dog they are a moderate breed in all respects. They must be balanced, symmetric, robust and compact. Judging this race we must seek a harmonious dog.

We often hear: "Must have a big head"; This is fine if the body is in line with the head. The standard of the breed does not require a large head but a head according to the body, or of a heavy bone structure, If disagrees with the rest of the dog.

The Australian Cattle Dog he's a working dog, created strong, compact, symmetric, with the ability and willingness to carry out their assigned task no matter how difficult. Its combination of substance, power, balance sheet and strong muscle condition, leads to great agility, strength and endurance. Both too big and fat dog, as one too small and thin they would have serious faults. We must see the dog altogether. A large head does not make a good dog, not a very crude bone structure.

Remember: BALANCE SHEET, SYMMETRY AND MODERATION.

As its name says, It's primary function and no one matches, It is the control and management of livestock in open or closed extensions. Always alert, extremely intelligent, look-out, brave and reliable, with a total devotion to duty, making it the ideal dog.

A dog that is gentle in nature, outside of obese condition, will lose points. They are athletes and they should always give that appearance.

As far as the physical aspect is concerned, we point out the following...

  • The head It is strong and it must be proportional to the body of the dog, to maintain its overall conformation. The wide skull is slightly curved between ears. The mejilla5 are muscular, Neither crude nor prominent, strong jaw. The lips are clean and tight. !.nose is always black. A gluttony for measuring head is from the tip of the nose, passing between the eyes, stop ear tip; through the skull back through the eye to the tip of the nose; They must be measured an equilateral triangle.
  • The eyes: they are oval shaped, medium-sized, Neither prominent nor sunken, they should express State of alert and intelligence, are dark brown in colour.
  • The ears: they should be of moderate size, preferable to small to large, broad base and pointed tip, or round as spoon, Neither plicate of bat. Placed separate head inclined outwards. They must be thick, fleshy and covered with weight on the inside. The teeth would be strong, with equal separations, with grip, bite and scissors, the lower incisors just before close and playing at the incisive superiors.
  • The neck: is very strong, muscular, It allows you to turn the head to the body, It must not be loose or have hanging skin.
  • Front rooms: the forearm should join the shoulder almost 90%. There is a tendency in the short forearms that does not allow you to the correct length needed. They must be just as the cross to the elbow to elbow on the floor. It must not exceed the width of the chest to the elbows. The creation of exaggeration is a problem in the race.
  • Proportions: The dog must be 10% longer than high, many are unfortunately very short and it subtracts them movement and flexibility.
  • Hindquarters: strong, widths, muscular. The rather long rump to slant, long thighs, wide and well developed. Seen from the back should be parallel and rights, not very close to each other, not very separate.
  • The legs: round, with fingers long and together. Hard bearings, short and strong nails.
  • The tail: placed moderately downward, following the contour of the thigh and rump of length until reaching the hocks. When rest with a slight curve. Movement or shaking the tail should be raised. At no time should the tail be carried beyond a vertical line from the root (or coiled). The tail should have abundant fur.
  • When it is in movement and walking: the action is real, free, flexible to tireless, and the movement of the shoulders and forequarters is in unison with the strength of the hindquarters. The rapid and unexpected movements ability is elementary. When they trotting legs tend to join the ground as the speed is on the rise.
  • Weight and height: The male can be measured in 46 cm to 51 cm., and weigh between 20 and 26 kg. The female can be measured in 43 cm to 48 cm., and weigh between 18 and 23 kg. Here there is almost no problems, because height requirements have been maintained with ease.
  • Fur: The hair is soft, with double layer being the shortest denser.; the hair of the longest layer is closed, each hair is, straight and hard, Why which is waterproof. On the hind legs the coat is long where join the thighs. In the head (even within the ears) up to the front of the legs the coat is short. Around the neck, longer and thicker. A very short or very long hair will be a lack. Curly hair in wavy is evident in the very adult females.
  • Colors of the mantle:
  1. Blue: the color can be blue, graying blue, Blue mottled with or without other brands. Allowed in brands are, black, Blue or straw in the head, preferably symmetrical. Paws straw halfway and extending to the front to the chest and throat, and in the jaws. The Undercoat may be straw in the body where it stands not out to the blue upper layer. The black marks on the body are not desirable.
  2. Red: the color should be very smooth throughout the body, including the bottom layer (either white or cream), with or without red marks on the head. Symmetrical marks are desired. The red marks on the body are permitted but not desired.

There are two main problems in color. The blue dogs tend to black and the second are the Red dogs without freckles. The latter is more than a problem, and one of the reasons why the reds are less dominant than blue.

Character and skills

The Australian Cattle Dog are very versatile and tireless workers who adapt various activities. They have been used as search and rescue dogs., bombs and drugs detectors, service and of course dogs, livestock grazing.

One Australian Cattle Dog not the ideal dog to lock him in a yard. These dogs require working and living together with people or at least the presence of someone to her around in the absence of their day-to-day work. Isolated in the courtyard of a house in the city the edge to create problems.

The doctor. Harvey, Veterinary Australia, It has two of these dogs and also attends many more as patients. The comments: «The main problem that I see and that far exceeds others, is the behaviour of these animals, everything is due to boredom and lack of exercise. Since they are very good guardians, people leave them in their backyard taking care of the House, totally ignoring their needs for exercise and mental stimulation".

One Australian Cattle Dog can live in an apartment or on a ranch 20 hectares, the problem is not the space; It is the exercise and the time the owner puts into his dog. If no is given a job the dog, the same is going to invent:

  • Garden design: holes, plants cropped or out of place.
  • Interior design: biting furniture tapestry, Chew chairs, dig a way out of the street, spreading garbage around the House, etc.

    • Another very common problem in cities is the natural tendency that these dogs have to protect their family and their home.. Even without training, they defend their territory from outsiders, including the milkman, the postman and anyone who is not familiar

    Signs are commonly used in some rural places in the United States warning that the place is guarded by Australian Cattle Dog, to avoid that strangers come. If there are children running, screaming, any dog grazing naturally want to corner to put them under control; with biting and barking. If their children have guests it is preferable to keep the dog, because it will not allow their masters to be touched, even by game.

    Social coexistence with children must be at an early age, dogs are taloneros by nature to instinctively chase other animals, however these dogs are very adaptable and can learn to suppress some of their natural inclinations. They are a perfect company for the family and their children. Once you know the dog and controls, their obedience will surprise your guests.

    The doctor. Harvey also believes about coaching: "He Australian Cattle Dog it is very manageable; as a coach and scholar of the behavior, He catalogued it as the most adaptable dog who had worked with. However these dogs do not respond well to the method in which force them.

    After several months of trying in vain to train a female with punishment straps, correct and other, opt for more motivational methods and the results were excellent. The confidence and enthusiasm can be seen in the position of the tail. A dog with a drooping tail, probably this suppressed or bored, a raised tail denotes a dog active and attentive.

    Therefore the coaches that without the knowledge of the race, using traditional methods, such as the drawing with the collar of punishment; they invariably consider them fools, irritable and difficult. Coaches using positive methods, they believe that they are very attentive and willing to learn. Kalesky once said: "And Australian Cattle Dog should we remember a typical Dingo, and this is very important if we want to describe the race.

    Before you choose the puppy we must stop to think for what they want to this dog, as a pet, as a guard dog, dog of grazing, dog for beauty exhibition, etc. Now let's see how they behave all the puppies in the litter. The one we see who fights all his brothers, would serve as a guard; the largest and that always sleeps because it is where most ate, would be great as a pet or for beauty, the more chiquitos resembling whirlwinds have learned to make an extra effort to obtain their food fought against the elderly, they would be ideal for the job. But there is no written rule the nature of the dogs molded it in a large percentage owners, in this way one very aggressive can be very manso and vice versa. Always take into account the opinion of the breeder.

    Faults occur in all races, without them there would be no challenges for breeders. It is important to be attentive to the faults to overcome them. The faults are only an obstacle in our attempt to raise the perfect dog. Look at your dog critically, see the faults and strive to rectify them. Don't want to pretend that they there is no because there is not a perfect dog.

    The loyalty of Australian Cattle Dog will keep him next to his master, more than anything in the world, They must be with the master, accompany you and assist you in everything. The easiest way of making them happy is having them on your side. If you leave the lane, It can be that the dog will bite the heels, But if you are the ideal type to have an Australian, This morderá you heart.

    Australian Cattle Dog – Health

    All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems, just as all people have the potential to inherit a particular disease. Run, do not walk, from any breeder that does not offer a health guarantee on puppies, to tell you that the breed is 100 percent healthy and has no known problems, or tell you that your puppies are isolated from the main part of the home for health reasons. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about the breed's health problems and the incidence with which they occur in their lines.. The problems observed in the Australian Cattle Dog include hip dysplasia, patellar dislocation, portosystemic shunts, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and genetic deafness.

    Careful breeders screen their breeding dogs for genetic diseases and breed only the healthiest, best-looking specimens., but sometimes mother nature has other ideas and a puppy develops one of these diseases despite good husbandry practices. Advances in veterinary medicine mean that in most cases dogs can still live a good life. If you are going to have a puppy, ask the breeder about the ages of the dogs in their lines and what they died of.

    Remember that after you have welcomed a new puppy into your home, has the power to protect you from one of the most common health problems: the obesity. Keep a Australian Cattle Dog with a proper weight is one of the easiest ways to prolong your life. Make the most of your preventive skills to help ensure a healthier dog for life.

    Australian Cattle Dog – Grooming

    The Australian Cattle Dog has a flat, hard coat that is resistant to rain and dirt. This makes grooming a simple task – only needs to be brushed once or twice a week to remove dead hair. For this you can use a bristle brush or slippery bristles. He will remove his short and dense undercoat once or twice a year, which will require more brushing. Other tools to keep on hand are a comb and undercoat rake.

    The Australian Cattle Dog you will only need occasional baths if you get very dirty. Check your ears to make sure they are clean and dry and there is no evidence of infection. Your adult dog will need to have his nails trimmed about once a month, depending on wear. Puppies may need a weekly nail cut. Brush your dog's teeth regularly to promote good dental hygiene and fresh breath.

    Characteristics "Australian Cattle Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Australian Cattle Dog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 2 Sennenhund, except Swiss boyeros ⓘ
    • – AKC – PASTORAGE ⓘ
    • – ANKC – Group 5 (working dogs) ⓘ
    • – CKC – Group 7 – Herding dogs ⓘ
    • – ​KC – Pastoral ⓘ
    • – NZKC – Working dog ⓘ
    • – UKC – Herding dogs ⓘ

    FCI breed standard Australian Cattle Dog

    FCIFCI - Australian Cattle Dog
    		Pastor

    Alternative names:

    1. ACD, Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler (English).
    2. Australian cattle dog (French).
    3. Australischer (German).
    4. Australian Cattle Dog (Portuguese).
    5. Ganadero Australiano, Boyero australiano, Perro Australiano de Ganado, Perro Ganadero Australiano (español).

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    Beauceron
    Francia FCI 44 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: France
    Character: Quiet and guardian
    Weight: 40 to 50 Kg
    Height: 61 to 70 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

    Pastor de Beauce

    The Beauceron It is one of the best job in the world dogs.

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    History

    The Beauceron, It is a breed of dog originating in the French Brie region; This race is quite old and well known in France.

    True that the canine world, the history of this beautiful dog is not of the noveladas. The Beauceron, It was presented for the first time in a dogshow in the year 1897, but the race is actually quite old.

    The specimens of Beauceron older, the first to set foot on our land, they had hard and coarse hair, but the characteristic that stood out the most was his marked aggressiveness.

    With the passage of time, Select mediantes, breeders have succeeded in lowering the level of aggressiveness, but even so, it is not an easy dog ​​to train, it retains certain ferocious traits.

    At first the Beauceron It was used to hunt wild boar but later developed the ability to guide herds, being able to defend it from any attack by a predator; is a great guardian.

    Physical characteristics

    The Beauceron, often confused with the Dobermann due to the combination of color bronze and fire of his cloak. This coincides with the fact that the most widespread variety of the Beauceron.

    Despite the similarity in the colors of the coat, it has many differences with him Dobermann, the Beauceron It is a dog with a more rustic and robust structure, the hair is also different and the tail does not cut.

    Another differential characteristic, It is that the hind legs should stand double spur. This is one distinctive feature of the race.

    The height males will of 65 to 70 cm and the females of 61 to 68 cm.. The approximate weight is between 40 and 50 kg. Females tend to be lighter.

    It has a aspect rustic, Wolf. Long head and flat, the muzzle and skull have the same length, dark eyes to harmonize with the fur, their ears hang naturally if they have not been cut.

    They have the long neck, the elongated body and deep chest. Their limbs are strong.

    The Beauceron has two layers of hair, the exterior is strong, thick, thick and smooth (Although they tend to present ripples around the neck). Internal hair layer is more dense and velvety, color grey mouse and must not be seen through the upper layer.

    The colors supported are the black and tan and the Harlequin.

    Character and skills

    According to experts, It one of the best job in the world dogs, and all dogs of pastor is one who is more prepared for the defense.

    Then, his character allows you to carry out defense, foster, useful but it is good to take into account that it is not a dog to be in the hands of inexperienced or too permissive.

    He has a very independent character and a strong instinct for responsibility that allows him to make his own decisions. If he notices the slightest insecurity in his master, he will not take long and seconds to make the decisions himself..

    With the strangers will be very suspicious, for this reason it is very important that the owner of the dog can control it because if it feels minimally intimidated it can be very biting.

    If you receive adequate training and education will be an excellent companion.

    Observations

    Before purchasing a copy of Beauceron, We must take into account that it is not an easy dog. The person who decides to have a copy of this breed as a pet should be able to train him and raise him with full security.

    The dog needs to know who is charge, It is also important to understand that all members of the family are heads of the herd, because if you can not pass it only obey one person whom he recognizes as head of the herd and the rest of the family will ignore or or them even try to impose.

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    Type and recognitions:

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    FCI breed standard Beauceron

    FCIFCI - Beauceron
    		Pastor

    Alternative names:

    • Alternative names: French Shorthaired Shepherd / Beauce Shepherd / Berger de Beauce / Bas Rouge (Red Stocking)

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    Pyrenean Shepherd
    Francia FCI 141 - 138 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: France
    Character: Affectionate and protective
    Weight: 8 and 14 kg
    Height: 38 to 50 cm.
    Life expectancy: 15 - 17 years

    Pastor de los Pirineos

    The Pyrenean Shepherd It is capable of detecting mood of each Member of the family.

    Content

    History

    The Pyrenean Shepherd is a breed of dog originating in France monitoring pastor, consists of two different varieties: the Pyrenean Shepherd Long Hair and the Smooth-faced Pyrenean Shepherd.

    This breed of dog is very old, the oldest dog is French pastors, but in reality, its origins are unknown.

    Its origin and its history is supposed to be the same, than the other dogs of pastor European descendants of Asian dogs.

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    South Russian Ovcharka
    Rusia FCI 326 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Russia
    Character: Good watchdog, faithful and very brave.
    Weight: 48 - 50 kg
    Height: 62 - 65 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

    South Russian Ovcharka

    The South Russian Ovcharka it is a dog that reacts fast, is strong, balanced and lively, with a tendency to be dominant and very active in defense.

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    History

    The ancestry of the South Russian Ovcharka It comes from the thick-haired bearded dogs that were brought along with fine wool sheep to the steppe regions of the South from Spain. This fact is mentioned in volume XXVI (1830 and., St. Petersburg) from the complete collection of the laws of the Russian Empire. These agile medium-sized dogs, modern-like Catalan Atura dog, they were able to corner the flocks of sheep and protect them. These dogs brought from Spain spontaneously mated with local shepherds and hunting dogs, who had been bred there like sheep since ancient times. Later, these crossbreeds spread throughout the southern regions of Russia and they were even known abroad, In Western countries or in Europe as "the Russian shepherd". In 1867, a gold medal was awarded to Russian Shepherd Dog at the World Fair in Paris for its beauty. But, the real selection started in 1898, in Crimea, en Askania – Nova, the demesne of the Russian baron of German origin Mr. Friedrich von Falz-Fein. He was the person who gave the race typical modern features and called her «South Russian Ovcharka«.

    Numerous breedings with local hounds had led to increased height and dominance of white color, they added some confirming lightness and a few chest flattens typical of fast running dogs, as well as a tucked-in belly and more pronounced angulations of the hindquarters. The latest typical characteristics of conformation and name «South Russian Ovcharka»They were finally assigned to the race in the period of the USSR, in the early decade of 1930, when the first official breed standard was approved. The dogs of South Russian Ovcharka they are easy to maintain and can easily adapt to various weather conditions due to their resistance, and they are always ready to protect their owners and their properties. These dogs are exceptionally loyal and dedicated to their owners., but at the same time it should not be expected that the South Russian Ovcharka be friendly to strangers.

    Physical characteristics

    The South Russian Ovcharka it is a medium to large size dog, medium-bodied, not robust, with strong bones and dry, powerful muscles. Sexual dimorphism is well defined, males are more bulky compared to females and have larger heads. The top line is a characteristic feature of the breed; forms a slight curve over the spine. The body, the head, the limbs and tail are covered in thick fur, long and disheveled that gives a deceptive impression of clumsiness and heaviness, but actually the South Russian Ovcharka he is a fast and agile dog. The eyes, slightly almond-shaped, must be dark and horizontally arranged. The ears are relatively small, triangular and hanging.

    • Fur: the cloak is made up of long hair (10-15 cm.), often dense and slightly wavy, hard with abundant undercoat.
    • Color: uniform white allowed, White grey (Ash), white with gray traces, stained gray; fawn white robes are rarer, straw and completely gray.
    • Size: males, minimal 65 cm.; females, minimal 62 cm.. Individuals of 75 cm or more.

    Observations and tips

    Puppies are sometimes born light gray in color and turn white with the first shedding.

    Character and skills

    It is a dog that reacts fast, is strong, balanced and lively, with a tendency to be dominant and very active in defense. Very smart and responsive, is very balanced but easily takes action if your family's safety is threatened. It is very good with the owners, children included.

    Images "South Russian Ovcharka"

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs ⓘ
    • – UKC – Herding dogs ⓘ

    FCI breed standard South Russian Ovcharka

    FCIFCI - South Russian Ovcharka
    		Pastor

    Alternative names:

    1. Yuzhnorússkaya Ovcharka, Ukrainian Ovcharka, Ukrainian Shepherd Dog, Yuzhak, South Ukrainian Ovcharka, South Russian Shepherd Dog, South Russian Sheepdog (English).
    2. berger de l’Ukraine (French).
    3. Juschnorusskaja Owtscharka, Südrussischer Schäferhund, Ioujnorousskaïa Ovtcharka (German).
    4. pastor-da-ucrânia (Portuguese).
    5. Pastor Ucraniano, Pastor del sur de Rusia (español).

    Photos:

    1 – South Russian Shepherd by https://www.pexels.com/es-es/foto/perro-2042862/
    2 – South Russian Ovcharka during dog’s show in Racibórz, Poland by user:chained / CC BY-SA
    3 – South Russian Ovcharka during dog’s show in Racibórz, Poland by user:chained / CC BY-SA
    4 – South Russian Ovcharka during dog’s show in Racibórz, Poland by user:chained / CC BY-SA
    5 – Wikimania Images by Sailesh by Sailesh Patnaik / CC BY-SA

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    Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
    Autralia FCI 351. Sennenhund Dogs

    Origin: Australia
    Character: protector and companion
    Weight: 18 to 26 kg
    Height: 43 to 51 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 years

    Stumpy Tail

    The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog is always alert, vigilant and obedient, although he distrusts strangers.

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    History

    The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog has a long history in Australia, where he was carefully bred to drive cattle in the early 19th century.

    As for the true founder of the breed, there are actually two versions:

    • The first quotes a certain Thomas Simpson Hall, who crossed sheepdogs from the north of England, the Smithfields, with Dingoes, the native canines of Australia, creating the first Australian cattle dog known as "Hall's Foot Dog" (towards 1830).
    • In the second version, a rancher from New South Wales named Bathurst Timmins crossed a Smithfield with the Dingo in 1830. The babies, short tailed red dogs, They became known as the "Timmins Biters".

    These dogs were great to work with., but it turned out they were too harsh on the cattle. Had to make another cross. introduced a Smooth Collie Blue Merle and the result was the creation of an excellent all-terrain, the ancestor of the current Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog.

    The Smithfield brought the natural short tail, the Dingo the color red and the ability to naturally accept the harsh conditions of the remote Australian outback. Last, the blue color comes from Smooth Collie Blue Merle, which was also known as the German Coolie.

    In general, Shorttails were bred in the vast rural areas of Australia and only a small number were entered in the studbooks..

    Physical characteristics

    The Stumpy it is a medium sized working dog, well proportioned and square in profile. The breed has two colors: blue and red. The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog may not have tan markings. The Stumpy should be clean and tight and has a tough, robust appearance. Is never fat, but he must be well muscled, to be able to withstand long periods of hard work.

    Character and skills

    The Stumpy has a natural aptitude for work and livestock control. Is loyal, brave and above all devoted to its owner, but can be reserved with strangers. Always attentive, vigilant and obedient, and it must be capable of being handled on the show floor.

    Education

    This breed does not tolerate isolation or neglect; craves family, activity and training. Unless the Stumpy stay physically and mentally active, it will become destructive and unruly.

    The ideal owner of a Stumpy is a committed dog owner, active and experienced. This is not a part time breed. Early socialization with dogs and people is recommended to achieve a complete companion. Training and strong leadership are essential.

    As a thinking dog, the Stumpy compensate for any weaknesses in leadership by ranking highest in the pack. Firm" does not mean "hard"; the eagerness of Stumpy for pleasing him means that constancy, reinforcement and reward will go much further than punishment.

    Grooming

    In terms of grooming, the maintenance of Stumpy It is low. A weekly brushing is all you need and a bath when necessary. But, in terms of exercise, the Stumpy it is high maintenance. It is an incredibly intelligent breed with high energy levels.; and a Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog gets bored, find ways to entertain yourself, like digging holes or pulling laundry.

    Health

    In general, the Stumpy it is a relatively healthy and robust breed. In the race there can be Prcd-PRA; this disease causes progressive loss of vision, although there is a DNA test. ARP does not form (Progressive Retinal Atrophy) can only be identified through an eye exam, not through a DNA test. It is recommended that an ophthalmologist examine the players. There may be deafness, for which there is a BAER test. A score of the hip and elbow should also be performed to identify any dysplasia..

    Characteristics "Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Images "Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog"

    Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

    Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

    Photos:

    1 – A breed of dog known as Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog by Wendy Hodges, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – Australian stumpy tail cattle dog by https://www.flickr.com/photos/virtualwolf/9048475496

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 1: Section: 2 Sennenhund Dogs. ⓘ
    • – ANKC – Australian National Kennel Council Toy ⓘ

    FCI breed standard Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

    FCIFCI - Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
    		Pastor

    Alternative names:

    1. Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog, Stumpy, Stumpy Tailed Heeler (English).
    2. Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog (French).
    3. Stumpy (German).
    4. (em inglês: Australian stumpy tail cattle dog) (Portuguese).
    5. Stumpy (español).

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