Catalan Sheepdog Dog Breed information

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The Catalan Sheepdog is a breed of Catalan Pyrenean dog used as sheepdog. The breed is very rare in the United States, mostly being breed in Europe, especially Catalonia, Finland, Germany, and Sweden.

Appearance

Catalan Sheepdogs range in size from 18 to 20 in (46 to 51 cm) in height and 45 to 60 lb (20 to 27 kg) in weight for males, with females being smaller. Their coat is long and either flat or slightly wavy, and can be from fawn to dark sable and light to dark grey. There is also a shorthaired version of this breed, but is nearly extinct

Temperament

They are apparently so clever that they guard sheep without needing the instructions of the farmer. Enough (outdoor) action and distraction makes this dog a quiet and well-balanced home companion.

Health

Catalan Sheepdogs are prone to hip dysplasia. Their average life span is 12 to 14 years.

Use

This breed is used for herding and even as a companion. Because of its intelligence the Gos D'Atura, like most sheepdogs, are easy to train. Not only for herding, this cheerful dog likes to do all kinds of dogsports such as agility and doggydance. In spite of its unpretending appearance this courage dog is also used as a watch-dog. An "allround-dog" and great companion.