Schapendoes
Breed Information |
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| Name | Schapendoes |
| Other names | Dutch Schapendoes, Nederlandse Schapendoes |
| Origin |  Netherlands |
| Breed Group | Herding |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 12-14 years |
| Temperament |
Attentive Courageous Friendly Intelligent Lively Watchful |
| Height | 15-19 inches (40-50 cm) |
| Weight | 26-55 pounds (12-25 kg) |
| Colors |
Black Blue Brown Gray Tricolor White |
| Litter Size | 4-6 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $1500 USD
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Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
3 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
2 stars The Schapendoes will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. These dogs are fairly active indoors and will do best with at least an average-sized yard. |
| Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
4 stars |
| Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly |
4 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
3 stars To be happy and mentally stable, they need to be taken on a daily, long walk or jog. They also enjoy play and getting a chance to run. |
| Grooming |
2 stars Low Maintenance: Infrequent grooming is required to maintain upkeep. |
| Health Issues |
2 stars Hypoallergenic: UnknownHealth problems or claims of exceptional health have not been documented for this breed. Before acquiring a puppy, make sure that sire and dame have all health clearances. |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
3 stars |
| Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often! |
| Stranger Friendly |
4 stars |
| Trainability |
3 stars Moderately Easy Training: Training won't require too much attention and effort, though it won't be easier than other breeds. Expect results to come gradually. |
| Watchdog Ability |
3 stars |
Schapendoes Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Cooper | Chloe |
| 02 | Tucker | Bella |
| 03 | Toby | Coco |
| 04 | Bear | Nala |
| 05 | Louie | Lulu |
| 06 | Tucker | Ellie |
| 07 | Milo | Roxy |
| 08 | Oliver | Stella |
| 09 | Riley | Lexi |
| 10 | Henry | Penny |
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Overview |
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The Schapendoes is a medium sized, lightly built, long coated dog that is equipped with great endurance, mobility and speed. His movement is springy and he is a remarkable jumper. Dense, double and lightly waved. Approximately 3 inches long in the region of the hindquarter. Definitely curly or frizzy hair is unacceptable. The individual hairs are fine and dry, never silky. The coat sometimes stands off in tufts. There is a definite topknot, mustache and beard. The breed standard describes the Schapendoes as friendly, high spirited, and affectionate. He is not a guard dog or aggressively protective, and if properly socialised while young, would most likely make a good family dog, as well as a good dog for active sports. Lively and intelligent dogs must receive regular training and outings. Temperament of individual dogs may vary. The Schapendoes is furthermore very independent and cooperate with its trainer rather than obey orders. |
History |
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The Schapendoes (also known as the Dutch Sheepdog) is a member of a wide-ranging group of long-haired herding dogs that have densely coated heads. At the turn of the century the breed was well known in the Netherlands, being prized for his intelligence and the tireless pleasure that he took in his work. Following the World War ll, the breed was resurrected from a few remaining individuals. The first breed club was founded in 1947, a standard written in 1954, and complete recognition came in 1971. The Schapendoes was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 2006. |
References
- [1] ^ American Kennel Club: Schapendoes Dog Breed Information
- [2] ^ FCI: NEDERLANDSE SCHAPENDOES (Dutch Schapendoes) Breed Standard
