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The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, or Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund, is the largest member of the Swiss mountain dogs. They are your typical draft dog who love farm chores, pulling carts, sleds and children. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs enjoy being a part of a family.
Other Names: Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund, Great Swiss Cattle Dog
Height: 25.5 - 28.5 inches
Weight: 130 - 135 lbs.
Colors: Black with bright, symmetrical russet and white markings.
Coat: Stiff and short.
Temperament: Active, calm
With Children: Yes, devoted to children.
With Pets: Yes, they are not dog aggressive but they does like to chase small animals.
Special Skills: In the past, a cattle herder. Today, a watchdog and family pet.
Watch-dog: High, willing to protect their family with their life.
Guard-dog: High
Care and Training: They need regular grooming of their coat with a bristle brush. Regular exercise is essential and plenty of wide open spaces to enjoy a free run.
Learning Rate: High
Activity: Moderate
Living Environment: Suited for country living.
Health Issues: Hip dysplasia, eye problems.
Life Span: 10 - 12 years
Litter Size: 4 - 8
Country of Origin: Switzerland
History: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs descending from the Mastiff's which accompanied Caesar when he invaded Switzerland. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has been used as a a general farm dog for herding and guarding.
First Registered by the AKC: 1995
AKC Group: Working
Class: Herding
Registries: AKC, CKC, FCI (Group 2), UKC
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