Dog breed
Portuguese Sheepdog
Medium-sized herding dog with long, shaggy wavy coat and lively intelligent expression, known for its monkey-like gait and rustic appearance
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Origin
- Serra de Aires, Portugal
Profile
Important information
- Species / Genre
- Dog
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Temperament
- Intelligent, loyal, energetic, alert, devoted
- Origin
- Serra de Aires, Portugal
- Breed group
- Herding
- Weight
- 17–27 kg
- Height
- 43–55 cm
About
Portuguese Sheepdog
Description
Medium-sized herding dog with long, shaggy wavy coat and lively intelligent expression, known for its monkey-like gait and rustic appearance
History
Developed in the Serra de Aires region of Portugal, likely from Briards brought in the early 1900s. Used extensively for herding sheep, goats, and cattle. Known locally as 'cão macaco' (monkey dog) for its lively antics.
Temperament
Personality traits
Intelligent
loyal
energetic
alert
devoted
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