Maremma Sheepdog
Maremma Sheepdog
Physical Characteristics
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
Weight:
82.5
82.5
lbs
lbs
/
/
37.12
37.12
kg
kg
Height:
Height:
26
26
in
in
/
/
38.74
38.74
cm
cm
Size Group:
Size Group:
X-Large
X-Large
Eye Color:
Eye Color:
Brown
Brown
Coat Color:
Coat Color:
White
White
Shedding:
Shedding:
Moderate
Moderate
Bite-sized Description
Bite-sized Description
The Maremma Sheepdog is a large, powerful livestock guardian breed from Italy, known for its intelligence, loyalty, and protective instincts. This breed is highly devoted to its family and excels in guarding livestock or as a family protector. Maremma Sheepdogs are good with children and other pets, but they require early socialization and consistent training. Their thick, white double coat requires regular grooming, especially during shedding seasons.
The Maremma Sheepdog is a large, powerful livestock guardian breed from Italy, known for its intelligence, loyalty, and protective instincts. This breed is highly devoted to its family and excels in guarding livestock or as a family protector. Maremma Sheepdogs are good with children and other pets, but they require early socialization and consistent training. Their thick, white double coat requires regular grooming, especially during shedding seasons.
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Milestones and Overall Health
PAWbyPAW
Milestones and Overall Health
TAILWAG
Pupcamp vs. Playtime
TAILWAG
Pupcamp vs. Playtime
BELLY DRUM
Balanced Nutrition & Gut Health
BELLY DRUM
Balanced Nutrition & Gut Health
EMOVERE
Emotional Intelligence
EMOVERE
Emotional Intelligence
NOGGIN
Canine Cognition
NOGGIN
Canine Cognition
HUMAN-CANINE LIFESTYLE
Lifetime Costs and Experiences
HUMAN-CANINE LIFESTYLE
Lifetime Costs and Experiences
Working
Afador
The Afador is a crossbreed between the Afghan Hound and Labrador Retriever. Known for its loyalty, intelligence, and energetic nature, it often inherits the slender build of the Afghan Hound with the friendly demeanor of the Labrador. Afadors are active dogs that enjoy outdoor activities and require regular exercise. Their unique combination of traits makes them excellent companions for active families. However, they can be independent and may require firm, consistent training.
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Affenhuahua
The Affenhuahua is a small, spirited mix between the Affenpinscher and Chihuahua. This breed is known for its lively personality and protective nature, despite its small size. Affenhuahuas are affectionate with their families but can be wary of strangers, making them excellent watchdogs. Their playful and energetic behavior makes them great for active households, but they can be a bit stubborn, requiring patience in training. They are well-suited to apartment living due to their small stature.
Toy
Affenpinscher
The Affenpinscher, often referred to as the 'Monkey Dog,' is a small breed with a unique and expressive face. This breed is curious, confident, and full of character, making it a delightful companion. Despite their small size, Affenpinschers are brave and sometimes even a bit stubborn. They are good with families and other pets, though they can be aloof with strangers. Their wiry coat requires regular grooming to maintain its distinct appearance.
Hound
Afghan Hound
The Afghan Hound is an elegant and dignified breed, renowned for its long, flowing coat and aristocratic demeanor. This breed is independent and sometimes aloof, but it forms strong bonds with its family. Afghan Hounds are known for their speed and agility, making them excellent in activities like lure coursing. Despite their reserved nature, they can be playful and affectionate with those they trust. Their luxurious coat requires regular grooming to keep it in top condition.
Terrier
Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier, known as the 'King of Terriers,' is the largest of the terrier breeds. This versatile and intelligent dog is known for its friendly and outgoing nature. Airedales are excellent companions and are often used as working dogs due to their keen sense of smell and protective instincts. They are energetic and require regular exercise to keep them happy. Airedales are loyal to their families and can be good with children, but they also need firm, consistent training.
Working
Akbash
The Akbash is a large, powerful livestock guardian dog originating from Turkey. Known for its protective instincts, this breed is calm, alert, and independent. Akbash dogs are highly intelligent and can be reserved with strangers, but they are deeply loyal to their families. They require early socialization and training to channel their protective nature appropriately. Their thick, white coat helps them blend in with the flock and requires regular grooming.
Working
Afador
The Afador is a crossbreed between the Afghan Hound and Labrador Retriever. Known for its loyalty, intelligence, and energetic nature, it often inherits the slender build of the Afghan Hound with the friendly demeanor of the Labrador. Afadors are active dogs that enjoy outdoor activities and require regular exercise. Their unique combination of traits makes them excellent companions for active families. However, they can be independent and may require firm, consistent training.
Toy
Affenhuahua
The Affenhuahua is a small, spirited mix between the Affenpinscher and Chihuahua. This breed is known for its lively personality and protective nature, despite its small size. Affenhuahuas are affectionate with their families but can be wary of strangers, making them excellent watchdogs. Their playful and energetic behavior makes them great for active households, but they can be a bit stubborn, requiring patience in training. They are well-suited to apartment living due to their small stature.
Toy
Affenpinscher
The Affenpinscher, often referred to as the 'Monkey Dog,' is a small breed with a unique and expressive face. This breed is curious, confident, and full of character, making it a delightful companion. Despite their small size, Affenpinschers are brave and sometimes even a bit stubborn. They are good with families and other pets, though they can be aloof with strangers. Their wiry coat requires regular grooming to maintain its distinct appearance.
Hound
Afghan Hound
The Afghan Hound is an elegant and dignified breed, renowned for its long, flowing coat and aristocratic demeanor. This breed is independent and sometimes aloof, but it forms strong bonds with its family. Afghan Hounds are known for their speed and agility, making them excellent in activities like lure coursing. Despite their reserved nature, they can be playful and affectionate with those they trust. Their luxurious coat requires regular grooming to keep it in top condition.
Terrier
Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier, known as the 'King of Terriers,' is the largest of the terrier breeds. This versatile and intelligent dog is known for its friendly and outgoing nature. Airedales are excellent companions and are often used as working dogs due to their keen sense of smell and protective instincts. They are energetic and require regular exercise to keep them happy. Airedales are loyal to their families and can be good with children, but they also need firm, consistent training.
Working
Akbash
The Akbash is a large, powerful livestock guardian dog originating from Turkey. Known for its protective instincts, this breed is calm, alert, and independent. Akbash dogs are highly intelligent and can be reserved with strangers, but they are deeply loyal to their families. They require early socialization and training to channel their protective nature appropriately. Their thick, white coat helps them blend in with the flock and requires regular grooming.