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68 GUIDE T O BREED S

GREATER SWISS MOUNTAIN DOG

THIS LARGE, POWERFUL, AND KIND DOG IS GOOD WITH CHILDREN AND OTHER PETS AKC

Height range Bred in the Swiss Alps, this huge, strong, striking dog was Tan spots over eyes
24–28 in (60–72 cm) once used to haul wagons loaded with milk, cheese, and other
Weight range produce. It was also used for cattle herding and guard duties. Triangular
79–130 lb (36–59 kg) ears hang
A true working dog, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has close to head
Life span 8–11 years an agreeable temperament that makes it a sociable
Origin Switzerland family companion for those with
room to spare.

Broad,
flattened skull

White
chest

Tricolor coat has Strong,
symmetrical pattern muscular body

WHITE SWISS SHEPHERD DOG

THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY DOG LIKES CHILDREN BUT CAN BE WARY OF STRANGERS FCI

Height range Pure white shepherd dogs were first brought into Switzerland High-set,
21–26 in (53–66 cm) from North America in the 1970s. Developed over the next erect ears
Weight range two decades, it was recognized in Switzerland as a breed
55–88 lb (25–40 kg)
in 1991. Good-tempered and intelligent, it is suitable for Arched neck
Life span Over 10 years both work and companionship. There are two coat with longer hair
Origin Switzerland types: mediumhaired and longhaired.

Dark
eyes

White coat
Bushy tail
Longhaired

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