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Country of Origin: Finland Breed Group: Hound Size: Medium Temperament: Lively, independent, alert, friendly, vocal Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, free running in secure areas, and mentally stimulating play; enjoys exploring and using its voice Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – […]
Country of Origin: Germany Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large Temperament: Loyal, intelligent, confident, courageous, obedient Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity including structured training, walking, running, and mentally stimulating tasks such as obedience, scent work, or protection work Typical Lifespan: 10–13 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – medium-length […]
Country of Origin: Finland Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Friendly, alert, intelligent, calm, affectionate Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – requires around 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, play, and mentally stimulating tasks; enjoys agility, obedience, and free running in secure areas Typical Lifespan: 12–15 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – thick […]
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: United States (despite the name) Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium Temperament: Energetic, intelligent, affectionate, loyal, alert Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily activity including walks, runs, structured play, training, and mentally engaging tasks such as agility, herding, or obedience work Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming […]
Country of Origin: Turkey Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Large to Giant Temperament: Independent, protective, calm, loyal, intelligent Exercise Requirements: Moderate to high – requires 1 to 1.5 hours of daily activity including walks, secure off-lead time, and mentally stimulating tasks; thrives when given a purpose Typical Lifespan: 11–13 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – dense double […]
Country of Origin: Switzerland Breed Group: Pastoral Size: Medium to Large Temperament: Loyal, gentle, intelligent, sensitive, alert Exercise Requirements: High – requires at least 1.5 to 2 hours of daily exercise including walks, off-lead time in secure areas, and mental stimulation such as training or scent work Typical Lifespan: 12–14 years Grooming Needs: Moderate – […]
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 […]