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Country of Origin: Sweden Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Small to Medium Temperament: Energetic, intelligent, friendly, confident, alert Exercise Requirements: High – needs 1 to 1.5 hours of daily physical and mental activity; enjoys walks, training games, herding exercises, and canine sports Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Low to moderate – short, weather-resistant double coat […]
Country of Origin: Sweden Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Lively, intelligent, affectionate, alert, loyal Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, training, and mentally stimulating games; thrives in dog sports and active homes Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate to high – dense double coat requires […]
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (Shetland Islands, Scotland) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Small to Medium Temperament: Intelligent, gentle, affectionate, alert, eager to please Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, play, and mentally stimulating tasks such as obedience or agility Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming […]
Country of Origin: Russia (Siberia) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Friendly, gentle, intelligent, sociable, alert Exercise Requirements: High – requires 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity including walks, play, and mentally stimulating tasks; enjoys cold weather and thrives on outdoor adventure Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Very high – dense, […]
Country of Origin: France (Pyrenees Mountains) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium (approx. 40–54 cm at the withers) Temperament: Energetic, intelligent, affectionate, lively, independent Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity including walking, running, herding games, and mentally stimulating tasks; excels in agility and obedience Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years […]
Country of Origin: France (Pyrenees Mountains) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Lively, intelligent, loyal, energetic, alert Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily physical and mental stimulation; excels in agility, herding, and obedience activities Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Moderate to high – long, harsh coat needs […]
Country of Origin: France (Pyrenees Mountains) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Giant Temperament: Calm, protective, dignified, gentle, independent Exercise Requirements: Moderate – needs around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity; enjoys walks, secure outdoor space, and purposeful tasks Typical Lifespan: 10–12 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – thick, weather-resistant double coat needs brushing several times a […]
Country of Origin: Poland Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Loyal, confident, intelligent, watchful, affectionate Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – needs around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, play, and mental stimulation; thrives with training and light working tasks Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: High – long, dense, shaggy double […]
Country of Origin: France Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to large Temperament: Intelligent, loyal, energetic, alert, affectionate Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity, including walks, play, and mentally stimulating tasks; excels in dog sports such as agility and herding trials Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate […]
Country of Origin: United Kingdom Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large Temperament: Gentle, affectionate, intelligent, adaptable, playful Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – needs around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity, including walks, play, and mental stimulation Typical Lifespan: 10–12 years Grooming Needs: Very high – thick, long double coat requires daily brushing to prevent […]