In our following breed portrait, we will introduce you to a rare, almost unknown and therefore all the more «special» breed of dog: Den Aïdi from Morocco.
Perhaps you have stumbled across him before because this breed fascinates you?
Then look forward to more exciting and important information and facts all about the Berber herding dog.
Aïdi profile
Size Male: up to 62 cm, female: up to 52 cmWeightMale: up to 35 kg, female: up to 25 kgColorsRed, white, black, tan, black and whiteLife expectancy10 to 11 yearsOriginMoroccocharacter/temperamentEnergetic, caring, loyal, attentive, alert, agile, active, sensitive, balanced temperamentFCI groupGroup 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer – Molosser – Swiss Mountain Dogs and other breeds; Section 2: Molossoid mountain dogs
Look
The Aïdi has one very muscular physique and is there relatively small.
This breed is particularly noticeable Head slightly conical is. It is completed by medium-sized ears that are semi-erect.
Another feature is the rod. This is – in relation to the size of the Aïdi – quite long and very bushy.
Coat, coat texture & coat colors
The Aïdi has a soft and fine coat. This can be both long and medium-length. In winter there is another special feature.
A very dense undercoat. This protects him perfectly against winter and weather.
Regarding the Colors is with this breed actually everything is allowed.
This may also be due to the fact that the Berbers, to whom we owe these dogs, did not and do not attach too much importance to breed standards.
And this is what your Aïdi can do, among other things Black, White, Black-and-white, Red or Yellow-brown come to your house.
eye colors
The Eyes of the Aïdi are medium-sized. are allowed here all shades of brownthat of golden brown up to one dark amber tone can reach.
Height Weight
The same applies to these beautiful four-legged friends: the males are larger and heavier than the females.
How is that expressed in the Aïdi? males become up to 62 centimeters up and can do it up to 35 kilograms put on the scales.
female of this breed, on the other hand, only reach a shoulder height of up to 52 centimetersand at a weight of up to 25 kilograms.
History & origin of the Aïdi
The Aïdi is a bit exotic. Because this dog comes from Morocco – and is therefore unusual simply because of his home country.
In fact, it has been used and valued there as a herding dog for hundreds of years.
It is inevitable that this breed is a particularly close relationship with people built.
After all, she is out and about with the two-legged friends every day and is also dependent on them to a certain extent. An important detail that will still play a role in attitude, character and upbringing.
Although the Aïdi is still one of the lesser-known dog breeds, it has found many fans outside of Morocco for many years.
This also includes the FCIwhich the Aïdi im year 1963 officially as separate race acknowledged.
Essence & character of the Aïdi
The Aïdi is a more confident and personality Dog. He is also considered to be particularly caring and loyal – that is paired with a strong protective instinct.
In addition, this breed highly intelligent, alert and attentive.
Boredom is torture for the Aïdi. It is possible to be left alone, but it can become a problem if there are no employment opportunities.
attitude & upbringing
Now you already know a lot about the appearance, nature and character of the Aïdi. How do some things affect attitude and upbringing out of? We’ll explain that to you now.
attitude
The Aïdi is a special breed – and certainly has special demands on their attitude.
As this is a dog used to taking care of herds, it is essential to secure the garden with an appropriate fence.
That’s not all you have to consider in terms of posture when you decide on an Aïdi. Because if kept incorrectly, this breed can be quite dangerous.
Perhaps you already suspect that this breed is not suitable for keeping in the city – and certainly not for keeping in an apartment.
Instead, the Aïdi wants access to the great outdoors. And this is where he wants to be able to let off steam – so long and extensive walks are a must.
Last but not least, spiritual challenge is absolutely important. Then bored Your new roommate can do it too behavioral problems come.
Upbringing
And that brings us to education. That these consistently and above all consistently also applies to the Aïdi, is self-explanatory.
If you choose this breed, you should both being able to take action (but please never use force or pressure!) and a lot of sensitivity and patience bring along.
Why is that so important with the Aïdi? He is one of the races that very original have stayed.
This means that there is also a not inconsiderable gene pool here strongly to wild dogs and the wolf remind.
Nevertheless, the education of the Aïdi should be relatively easy – as long as you bring the qualities mentioned above.
Please note that the Aïdi is a very people-oriented dog for both keeping and training.
Here it can make sense to complete appropriate training so that he can can really get used to times when he’s alone.
So that he gets used to it early on, the education should include all the important things that the Aïdi has to learn, already at puppy age take place.
Health & Care
Every dog fan wants nothing more than one always happy and healthy dog. What does it look like here at the Aïdi?
Grooming & General Grooming
Apart from one or the other possible challenge in upbringing, there is hardly a breed that is easy to care foras the Aïdi.
Because his fur is «designed» so that Dirt and water don’t stand a chance here have.
Nevertheless, it doesn’t hurt if you give your four-legged roommate a good brush after the daily outing.
This also has the advantage that you Stimulate blood circulation and thus ensure a healthy and shiny coat.
Good to know:
Dog care also means that you regularly check their paws, eyes, ears and muzzle. The ears in particular can easily become inflamed.
Are also the claws too longcan the one increased risk of injury represent.
Health
The Aïdi is one more or less original race. And because of that fact he doesn’t tend toto suffer from diseases that could cause him problems.
Good to know:
Of course, he owes his robust health to his origins. But he will not kept appropriatelythus degenerating to a certain extent canine affluent citizensthis will affect the long term including his joints affect.
We’re talking about one here potential risk of being overweight. And this occurs above all when the dog does not exercise enough and also gets the wrong food or at least too much food.
Life expectancy
If the Aïdi is kept in a species-appropriate manner and given the right food, of course, he can between 10 and 11 years old become.
Is the Aïdi right for me?
As a guard and herding dog, the Aïdi certain demands on its people. Experts | advise against having him as a family pet to bring into the house.
Although his protective instinct should speak for families and children, this does not seem to be the case.
In fact it is strong depends on the nature of the dog, whether he gets along with children or not.
On the other hand, do you live alone and have just as much self-confidence as the Aïdi? Then this great mountain dog from Morocco can be the right choice.
Before we continue with our fun facts, one more piece of advice that we cannot recommend to future dog owners often enough:
Please consider your decisionto live with a dog really good. It doesn’t matter whether it should be an Aïdi or another breed of dog.
Because a dog is not a stuffed animalwhich you put away when you’ve played with it enough.
With the arrival of your fur nose, you take responsibility for a creature that will make you happy for many years, but you also cost time, money and one or the other nerve becomes.
But are you sure that none of this is a problem for you? Then nothing stands in the way of your life together 😊
Fun facts about the Aïdi
As always, we conclude our breed portrait with some fun facts – this time, of course, about the Aïdi.
The Aïdi descended from the African wolf.
The Aïdi, who comes from Morocco, is the national dog of – no, NOT Morocco – Algeria!
The Aïdi is also known by the names Atlas mountain dog and Chien de l’Atlas.
Incidentally, the thick fur also makes sense in Morocco – because the Atlas Mountains are known for many things, but not for the high temperatures that prevail in the rest of the country.
Can you think of a few more fun facts or interesting facts about the Aïdi? Or do you already live with this breed and have your own stories that you can tell?
Then we would be happy if you share them with us in the comments 😊