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CAUCASIAN SHEPHERD DOG

THIS FIERCELY PROTECTIVE DOG DOES NOT MAKE AN IDEAL PET FCI
Massive head
Height range Developed from various large dogs, this shepherd dog was
26–30 in (67–75 cm) once used to guard flocks in the Caucasian regions. In the drop ears with
Triangular,
Weight range 1920s, selective breeding of this dog began in the former rounded tips
99–154 lb (45–70 kg)
USSR and continued later in Germany. An excellent
Life span 10–11 years watchdog, it needs careful handling if
Origin Russia it is to be a good companion.

Heavily
feathered tail
Other colors

Variety of Deep chest
colors

Dense, coarse,
Darker muzzle sable coat
stands away
Puppy Feet thickly from body
insulated with
white hair

LEONBERGER

THIS EXCELLENT FAMILY DOG IS GOOD-TEMPERED, CALM, AND FRIENDLY AKC

Height range Named after the Bavarian town of Leonberg, the Leonberger was
28–31 in (72–80 cm) developed in the mid-19th century as a result of crossbreeding
Weight range between the Saint Bernard (see p.72) and the Newfoundland
99–170 lb (45–77 kg)
(see p.74). After the two World Wars, Leonbergers Feathered,
Life span Over 10 years had almost disappeared, but the breed has recovered high-set ears
Origin Germany well and gained wide popularity
for its splendid looks and
friendly nature.
Black tips
to some
hair
Other colors

Mane on
neck and
Sandy Red Black mask chest
May have white markings.
Slightly tucked- Thick, fairly long,
Broad up belly lion-gold coat
chest
Feathered tail,
lighter on Feathered forelegs
underside

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