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WORKING DOGS

Appenzell Cattle Dog Drop ears, raised
forward when alert
HEIGHT 20–22in (50–56cm) Havana brown
WEIGHT 49–71lb (22–32kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–13 years

Bred for herding and guarding on Alpine farms, Tail carried
in tight curl
the Appenzell Cattle Dog has also taken well to
urban life. The breed has a firm following in
Switzerland but is not yet widely known elsewhere.
Reddish
Keen, alert, and full of energy, brown
markings
this dog is at its best on face
when kept occupied. Small, almond-
shaped eyes
White
chest

White blaze
extends to
sides of muzzle
Dense, flat,
Black
shiny coat

White feet

Entlebucher Mountain Dog

HEIGHT 17–20in (42–50cm)
WEIGHT 46–62lb (21–28kg)
LIFE SPAN 11–15 years

The smallest of several long-established
High-set,
Swiss mountain dogs, this cattle- drop ears
driving breed from the Entlebuch Reddish brown
markings
valley is gaining popularity as above eyes
Back length longer
a house dog. Bouncing with than leg length
high spirits, the Entlebucher
Mountain Dog is confident
and well behaved within
White
the family, but has strong chest
protective instincts and
is inclined to be wary
around strangers. Tricolor

Slightly curved,
long tail
Short, coarse,
glossy coat
Reddish brown
markings on legs

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