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Dutch Shepherd

Dutch Shepherd

5.0
11 - 14 yearsLife Expectancy

Medium-sized herding dog with athletic, muscular build and distinctive brindle coat pattern. An intelligent, versatile, and work-focused breed of Dutch origin that served as an all-purpose farm dog.

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Traits:
  • Good with Kids
  • Dog Friendly
  • Friendly Stranger
  • Easy to Train
  • High Energy
  • Easy Grooming
  • Quiet
  • Playful
  • Protective

Breed Statistics

  • Energy Level5/5
  • Trainability5/5
  • Playfulness4/5
  • Protectiveness5/5
  • Barking2/5
  • Drooling2/5
  • Good with Children3/5
  • Good with Other Dogs3/5
  • Good with Strangers3/5
  • Shedding3/5
  • Coat Length1/5
  • Grooming2/5

Physical Attributes

Height (Male)21.5 - 24.5 inches
Height (Female)21.5 - 24.5 inches
Weight (Male)42 - 75 lbs
Weight (Female)42 - 75 lbs

Breed History

Developed in the Netherlands as an all-purpose farm dog for herding sheep and cattle, cart-pulling, and guarding. Nearly extinct after WWII but preserved through dedicated breeding efforts. Known for its brindle coat in three varieties: short, long, and wire-haired.