Holland is known for many things – but can you think of 9 different Dutch dog breeds right away?
Probably not, right?
The selection is small, but still exciting and varied. No dog is like the other.
Can you find your Dutch favourite?
1. Dutch Shepherd
The Dutch Shepherd is characterized by its eye-catching golden-brown brindle fur and is therefore a real feast for the eyes.
His slim, athletic physique makes it immediately clear that he full of energy plugged.
Like most German Shepherd breeds, the Dutch Shepherd makes an excellent workhorse.
Be Willingness to learn, obedience and quick learner make him a popular police and rescue dog.
As a family dog, the Belgian Shepherd Dog is best taken care of by experienced dog owners who are able to take good care of them busy and to occupy.
2. Dutch Smoushond
The Smoushondalso as Dutch Ratter known, was often used to chase away rats and mice.
Today he often finds himself as an active companion in rural areas, but also in the city.
be through fluffy fur the Smoushond just looks cheeky and sweet and you can hardly resist him.
He’s got a sly old dog behind his ears. So that he doesn’t overdo it and the nerves of his owner are spared, he should be trained early and consistently.
3. Dutch Kooikerhondje
At the cute to look at Dutch Kooikerhondje is a very special hunting dog that was originally used for duck hunting.
Good to know:
By wagging its white tip, the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje attracts ducks to the bank, where they can then be killed by the hunter.
Today this breed is still used for the duck hunting used, but more than Retriever.
The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje feels most comfortable in a hunting household. Dog lovers who are less ambitious about hunting should definitely find an alternative task such as dog sport to keep them busy.
4. Friesian Water Dog
The Friesian water dogalso known as Wetterhounis an excellent swimmer and was mainly used to hunt otters.
Its dense and tightly curled fur protects it optimally from moisture.
This breed is very robust and brings a lot of courage with it. However, the temperamental and idiosyncratic four-legged friend is not suitable as a classic family dog.
He is considered to be quietbut is opposite people very reserved and downright stubbornwhich he can hardly be weaned from even with consistent education.
5. Stabijhoun
The Stabijhoun (Stabyhoun) is a Dutch breed of dog with many facets.
He was bred to hunt birds and foxes, but originally lived with his family.
That makes him a welcome family dog to this day – especially in Holland.
It is not difficult to teach the Stabyhoun anything. He is friendly and smart. He quickly understands what you want from him, but also if you teach him something stupid or wrong.
6. Saarloos Wolfhound
The Saarloos Wolfhound is a very interesting mix of a German shepherd and one Siberian she-wolf.
A new breed of shepherd dog should be bred, which corresponds more to the natural origin of a dog. Therefore, a wolf was used as the mother animal.
7. Markiesje
The Markiesje is also under the name Hollandse Tulphond known.
With a maximum height of 39 centimeters and a weight of 8 kilograms, it is rather small.
Markiesje are absolute uncomplicated, cheerful and bright fellows and always having fun.
Because he is also considered to be extremely willing to learn, he is a dog that is ideal for life in a family and is also ideal for first-time owners.
He has a pronounced urge to move. dog sport is therefore just as good for him as intellectual activity.
Markiesje doesn’t like to be alone for long. He needs a lot of attention. However, he is an original and loyal friend for life.
8. Schapendoes
Even if you don’t think the fluffy dog is capable of it at first glance: The Schapendoes is a real one jock.
As an original herding dog, he has one high urge to move and is with one intelligent character fitted.
A home in a rural setting with plenty of open space is best for him. There he finds enough space to get rid of his energy.
In addition, he also finds fun in all kinds of dog sports and it is a lot of fun to train with him.
9. Drentse Patrijshond
Patrijshond means something like “Partridge Dog”. As such, the Drentse Patrijshond mainly used as a hunting and pointing dog.
In addition to his original tasks, he has become increasingly involved in family dog established. The dog, always in a good mood, loves to play and to rage. He gets along very well with his peers and with children.
As a hunting dog, he hardly needs any training due to his natural instincts. An attitude in the family, however, requires a certain consequence.
Who a great four-legged friend family member is looking for, with a good upbringing, will find a perfect companion in the Drentse Patrijshond.