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WORKING DOGS

Hellenic Shepherd Dog

HEIGHT 24–30in (60–75cm) Variety of colors
WEIGHT 71–110lb (32–50kg) Massive, flat-
LIFE SPAN 12 years topped head

The ancestors of this breed,
which is also known as the Dark brown eyes Triangular, drop ears
with darker edges
Greek Sheepdog, may have
been the sheepdogs brought
into Greece many centuries
ago by Turkish migrants.
Tough, brave, and a natural
guardian and flock leader,
the Hellenic Shepherd Dog
has excellent qualities for
a working dog, but is too Broad
chest
dominant in temperament Dense coat with
some sabling
to make a reliable family
companion. There are two Fawn
coat types: long-haired and
short-haired.
LONG-HAIRED
White feet
and legs
Abundant
hair on tail

Maremma Sheepdog Cursinu

HEIGHT 24–29in (60–73cm) HEIGHT 18–23in (46–58cm)
WEIGHT 66–99lb (30–45kg) WEIGHT Not known
LIFE SPAN Over 10 years LIFE SPAN Over 10 years

The sheep herders of the central Italian plains have Dogs of this type have existed on the island of Corsica
long used the Maremma Sheepdog to guard their for over a hundred years, although the Cursinu has only
flocks. With an imposing stance and a magnificent, been recognized in France since 2003. Energetic, fast-
High-set,
thick, white coat, this handsome dog has obvious Short hair moving, and versatile, it is used for both hunting and semierect
on face ears
attractions but needs expert handling. Like many herding and, although it can adapt to home life, it is
dogs bred for outdoor work, this sheepdog is not probably at its best as a working dog.
the ideal choice for the home. Short, thick,
Small ears hang muscular neck
flat at rest Long tail,
Heavy, wavy coat carried in
curl when
active
Thickly
haired,
Black- low-set tail
rimmed
eyes Flat, wide
head
Short to medium-
length coat
Thick collar Fawn-brindle
White of hair on
neck
Long, harelike feet

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