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The Schapendoes is also known as the Dutch Sheepdog because of its country of origin; the Netherlands. This dog breed has been around for about one hundred years and is descended from various types of working sheepdogs from the Netherlands. Specifically, they come from the Drenthe province. They almost went extinct during World War II, but were taken care of by breeders. After the war ended, the Schapendoes breed’s numbers increased so they are no longer endangered. The Schapendoes breed is recognized by the United Kennel Club, the FCI, the Canadian Kennel Club, and the Dutch Kennel Club.
Like most other sheepdog breeds, the Schapendoes has a coat of long, straight fur. It is particularly long about the dog’s face, and includes a beard and moustache. Their ears are long and floppy with long fur. The colour of the coat can be any colour, although the Schapendoes consists most often of several different colours rather than one solid colour. Schapendoes dogs average a height of up to 50 centimetres. They average a weight between 12 and 20 kilograms, although they can weigh as much as 25 kilograms. Female Schapendoes are generally smaller than the males.
Unlike most sheepdogs, Schapendoes dogs aren’t particularly protective of animals or their human owners. Because of this, they don’t make a very good guard dog. They can make a good pet if they are socialized as a puppy. They are smart and have a lot of energy. They will be affectionate with their owners.
