About the Dutch Shepherd
The Dutch Shepherd is a medium-sized, athletic herding breed from the Netherlands, known for its distinctive brindle coat, intelligence, and versatile working ability. It comes in three coat varieties: short-haired, long-haired, and rough-haired. Originally used as an all-purpose farm dog for herding, guarding, and drafting, it is now prized as a loyal companion and excels in modern dog sports and police work due to its trainability and endurance.
Breed Characteristics
Weight Range
23.00 - 32.00 kg
Height Range
55.00 - 62.00 cm
Average Life Span
11-14 years
Origin
Netherlands
Breed Traits & Ratings
Additional Information
Bred For
All-purpose farm work: herding livestock, guarding, cart pulling, and pest control
Temperament
Loyal, Intelligent, Alert, Athletic, Trainable, Energetic, Obedient, Protective
