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Scenthounds Scenthounds
Scenthounds

Scenthounds were developed in Europe and North America to track and pinpoint prey. Some were specifically developed to trail injured prey while others were developed

The Estrela Mountain Dog The Estrela Mountain Dog
Estrela Mountain Dog

Alternative Names: cao da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mountain dog

Country of Origin: Portugal

History: The Estrela mountain dog is an ancient breed, reputed to be the oldest breed of the Iberan Peninsula. It was

The Entlebucher The Entlebucher
Entlebucher

Alternative Names: Entlebuch mountain dog, Entlebucher cattle dog, Entlebucher sennenhund

Country of Origin: Switzerland

History: The Entlebucher is the smallest of four Swiss dogs developed from a cross of Roman mastiffs and local Swiss

The Dogue de Bordeaux The Dogue de Bordeaux
Dogue de Bordeaux

Alternative Names: French Mastiff

Country of Origin: France

History: This ancient breed was developed from Roman mastiffs. The dogue de Bordeaux is one of France’s oldest


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The Appenzeller

Appenzeller

Alternative Names: Appenzeller sennenhund, Appenzell mountain dog

Country of Origin: Switzerland

History: The Appenzeller is one of four Swiss dogs believed to be descendants of local dogs crossed with the mastiff breeds brought to Switzerland by the Romans. It was used as a cattle drover and home, property and livestock guard. The Swiss have worked to preserve the breed since the late nineteenth century.

Physical Description: The Appenzeller is a large, powerful, square-built dog with a broad head; strong muzzle; small, brown eyes; a black nose; and small to medium size drop ears. The tail is carried over the back. The short, smooth coat is tricolor with black or brown as the base, and tan and white markings.

Height: 19 to 23 inches

Weight: 48 to 55 pounds

Temperament: This is a confident dog that is affectionate and playful with family but wary with strangers. It is cheerful and trainable.

Activity Level: High

Best Owner: It does best with an active individual or family in a rural or suburban home.

Special Needs: Exercise, job or organized activity, positive training, socialization

Possible Health Concerns: Ectropion, entropion hip dysplasia

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