The Schapendoes is a small and agile breed of dog that was originally bred in the Netherlands for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, friendly, and energetic, and make excellent working dogs.
Schapendoes
Also known as Dutch Sheepdog, Nederlandse Schapendoes, Dutch Schapendoes
Origin
- Country
- Netherlands
- Region
- Drenthe and Veluwe
Group
- Foundation Stock Service
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 43–51 cm · Female 41–46 cm
- Weight
- 15–20 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- long
- Colours
- black, blue-grey, gray and white, brown and white, tri-color, any color (blue-grey to black preferred)
Traits
- intelligent, affectionate, lively, alert, independent, loyal