In the Netherlands is there much more than just cheese, tulips and lots of scenery. Here are too some great dog breeds at home.
These include the Dutch Shepherdwith our neighbors too Hollandse Herdershond called.
What about this has a pretty furry nose on it? We’ll explain that to you now!
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Size Male: 57 to 62 cm, female: 55 to 60 cmWeightMale & Female: 23 to 31 kgColorsSilver Brindle, Gray Brindle, Gold Brindle, Brindle, Salt/Pepper, Blue/GreyLife expectancy12 to 14 yearsOriginNetherlandscharacter/temperamentreliable, faithful, loyal, affectionate, attentive, obedient, trainable, undemanding, persevering, watchful, obedientFCI groupGroup 1: herding dogs and cattle dogs, Section 1: shepherd dogs
Look
Slim and tall are two attributes that apply to the Dutch Shepherd and its build.
In addition, the body very muscularwhat also for the long and slender legs of the dog applies.
A notable feature is the narrow head with long and dark snout. The head is completed by medium-sized, pricked, triangular ears.
The rod of the Hollandse Herdershond medium length.
coat, coat texture coat colors
The fur can 3 different fur textures present: Short-haired, long-haired and wire-haired.
Here is the short-haired german shepherd variant with rough and close-lying fur equipped, this Dutchman owns no undercoat.
It is different with long-haired and wire-haired. The fur is here too rather hard in structurebut is used by a soft and partly dense undercoat accompanied.
The coat of the Dutch Shepherd Dog is allowed in the following colors, which in most cases Brindle colors are: Gold, Silver, Grey, Salt/Pepper and blue/grey.
The flow of fur stretches only on parts of the faceotherwise by one dark mask is embossed.
Eye Shape & Eye Color
The small and oval eyes of the Dutch Shepherd Dog allowed in different colors.
The palette ranges here – depending on the color of the fur – of a yellow amber tone up to one dark chocolate brown.
Height Weight
The stick size of the Dutch shepherd is included Males between 57 and 62 centimetersat Bitches between 55 and 60 centimeters.
Both genders should ideally be one here Weight achieve that between 23 and 31 kilograms lies.
History & Origin of the Dutch Shepherd Dog
The Hollandse Herdershond is originally from from the Netherlands – the name probably already gave that away.
He is closely related to the Belgian Shepherd Dogboth breeds actually come from the same area viz Brabant.
Since the 19th century then there are those too Divided into Dutch Shepherd and Belgian Shepherd.
To date, the breed as a herding dog deployed. But also as so-called working dog with working test the Hollandse Herdershond is a popular breed.
The official breed recognition through the FCI took place in 1955.
Nature & Character of the Dutch Shepherd Dog
herding dogswhich includes the watchful Dutch Shepherd Dog quite their own head have.
So does the handsome Dutchman, who, apart from that, goes to the obedient dog breeds counts and one balanced temperament owns.
He counts extremely reliable and obedientis easily trainable and has one great pleasure in work and following commands and orders.
The persevering dog is also relatively undemanding and frugalas long as he does necessary level of attention from his people receives.
Because the furry nose is one of them affectionate four-legged friends. To leave alone? Possible, but please only with appropriate training, which puppies should already complete.
Then this is it Let alone – at least for a short time – at the Hollandse Herdershond not a big problem.
Has the training of the Dutch shepherd been successfully completed? Then you have one for the next few years faithful and loyal companion by your side.
attitude & upbringing
We will now tell you how the temperament and character as well as the size of the Hollandse Herdershond affect its attitude and upbringing affect.
attitude
The ideal four walls for the Hollandse Herdershond are definitely not an apartment. He needs, despite his undemanding nature lots of space.
So we recommend you a posture in one House with a spacious garden. Also borders your property to a lot of free nature?
Then you can assume that your fur nose a truly happy dog is. 😊
Upbringing
Obedient, obedient and willing to learn are very good prerequisites for one successful and uncomplicated training of the Dutch shepherd dog.
The fur nose also has one high and quick perception and has a lot of fun learning with his human.
Of course, it is important that you take care of the upbringing of your new roommate with consequences and clear announcements.
So that he himself both during and after the upbringing always mentally busy feels, you should also consider some Integrate dog sports into your everyday life.
Health & Care
How is it actually? racial diseases in the Dutch shepherd? Does he have one? robust health with no problems related to illness?
We will now tell you the answers to these questions as well as all important information about care the Dutch fur nose.
Grooming & General Grooming
General grooming of the Dutch Shepherd includes the regular check of the eyes, ears and paws as well as the mouth and teeth.
Health
Breed diseases are the robust and resilient Dutch Shepherd Dog not before.
However, the dog can with a lack of exercise hip gold start. It is therefore your responsibility to prevent obesity with a species-appropriate diet.
Being overweight doesn’t just look ugly. It is also dangerous and can cause a whole range of diseases and related problems entail.
Good to know
There will be one for the Dutch Shepherd Dog high protein diet recommended. Proteins support, among other things muscle building and fat metabolism.
So that your Dutch Shepherd can always romp around happily and cheerfully, you should too keep the following things in mind keep:
- An annual routine check-up at the vet
- Regular deworming and faecal examinations
- One include parasite prophylaxis
- The right vaccination
Life expectancy
The Life expectancy of the Hollandse Herdershond at 12 to 14 years.
Already knew?
One species-appropriate nutrition, species-appropriate housing as well as one species-appropriate socialization can have a positive effect on life expectancy.
Is the Dutch Shepherd right for me?
Before you get some exciting fun facts, let’s clarify one of the most important questions of all: Is the Dutch Shepherd right for you?
Can you put a tick behind the following statements, the answer is «yes» – and that’s the starting shot for your adventures together. 😊
You are looking for one intelligent and eager to learn dog.
you are looking for one great watchdog with a strong protective instinct.
You are looking for a dog-experienced person Family dog that takes care of your loved ones and you. Note here that he not a particularly cuddly dog is.
Less suitable is the Dutch shepherd despite the uncomplicated upbringing beginner dog.
Fun facts about the Dutch Shepherd
Have you received all the important information and know that the Hollandse Herdershond is the right dog for you? Then here are still other interesting fun facts to you.
Dutch Shepherd puppies from a reputable breeder cost around €1,500.
Do you even want one? fully trained K9 protection dogthe Hollandse Herdershond costs you approximately €5,500.
As a working dog with a working test, the Hollandse Herdershond is entitled CACIT, CACITR as well as the CIT and the CITR. to obtain.
The Dutch Shepherd has one extremely high degree of movement – and typical of a dog of course in wind and weather.
Can you think of some fascinating facts and tips? Then we would be happy if you share them with us in the comments. 😊