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Estrela Mountain Dog Country of Origin: Portugal Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large to Giant Temperament: Protective, loyal, calm, confident, independent Exercise Requirements: Moderate – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, secure free exercise, and mentally stimulating tasks; enjoys purposeful work but not overly energetic Typical Lifespan: 10–14 years Grooming Needs: […]
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (Scotland) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Loyal, intelligent, gentle, alert, responsive Exercise Requirements: Moderate – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily exercise including walks, play, and mentally engaging tasks such as obedience or light agility Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Low to moderate – […]
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (Scotland) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Gentle, intelligent, loyal, responsive, friendly Exercise Requirements: Moderate – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, play, and light training; enjoys mental stimulation and human interaction Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: High – long, luxurious double […]
Country of Origin: Spain (Catalonia) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Loyal, intelligent, calm, affectionate, protective Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily exercise including walks, free running, and mental stimulation; enjoys herding-style games and tasks Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – long, harsh, slightly wavy […]
Country of Origin: France Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large Temperament: Loyal, intelligent, protective, affectionate, alert Exercise Requirements: High – requires 1.5 to 2 hours of daily physical and mental stimulation including walks, structured training, and interactive play; thrives with purposeful work Typical Lifespan: 10–12 years Grooming Needs: High – long, wavy double coat requires thorough […]
Country of Origin: United Kingdom (Scotland/England border region) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Intelligent, energetic, alert, responsive, hardworking Exercise Requirements: Very high – requires at least 2 hours of daily physical and mental activity including walks, running, structured training, herding tasks, or dog sports like agility or flyball Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: […]
Country of Origin: Italy Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Loyal, calm, intelligent, independent, patient Exercise Requirements: Moderate – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, outdoor play, and opportunities for mental stimulation; enjoys purposeful work but is not overly demanding Typical Lifespan: 13–15 years Grooming Needs: Low – […]
Country of Origin: Belgium Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Intelligent, loyal, alert, sensitive, energetic Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity including walks, structured training, and mentally stimulating work such as obedience, agility, or herding Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – long, dense […]
Country of Origin: Belgium Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Energetic, intelligent, alert, loyal, driven Exercise Requirements: Very high – requires at least 2 hours of physical and mental stimulation daily including structured training, work-based tasks, agility, obedience, or protection sports Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Low to moderate – short, dense […]
Country of Origin: Belgium Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Alert, intelligent, loyal, protective, reserved Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily exercise including structured play, training, and active walks; benefits greatly from mental stimulation and purpose-driven work Typical Lifespan: 10–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – rough, […]