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White Swiss Shepherd Dog (Berger Blanc Suisse)
Medium Breed
The White Swiss Shepherd Dog is a friendly and loyal companion for the family or individual. It is a very good guardian and will protect its family when it feels they need it.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Switzerland
Weight
Males 66-88 lbs/30-40 kgs; Females 55-77 lbs/25-35 kgs (Standards may vary)
Height
Males 60-66 cm/24-26 inches; Females 55-61 cm/22-24 inches (Standards may vary)
Coat
Medium-length, dense, close-lying, with an abundant undercoat.
Markings
White with no markings
Lifespan
Approx. 12 years
A talented herder, the White Swiss Shepherd Dog is used by many farmers all over the world. They love to work and their obedient nature has made them popular, not just in the working environment but in the home as well.
Temperament
The White Swiss Shepherd Dog is a very friendly and loving breed, especially with its family; distinctly friendly towards children. Attentive and strongly protective of its family, they will step in the way of any perceived danger. An intelligent breed, they are very quick to learn. Can be aloof towards strangers; positive socialisation from an early age is essential. Consistent and sensitive training is required.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The White Swiss Shepherd Dog is a very loving breed of dog with a high energy level and a natural protective instinct. The White Swiss Shepherd Dog was originally bred as a herding breed.
- A very good companion
- Can perform well as a watchdog
- Easy to manage coat
- Better with a large yard or acreage
- Require sufficient daily exercise and mental stimulation
- Can be prone to some joint and digestive problems as well as skin and teeth problems