White Swiss Shepherd Dog

Group: Working
Size: Medium
Lifespan: 12 Years
Exercise: Medium-High
Grooming: Medium
Trainability: High
Area of Origin: Switzerland

History
In USA and Canada White Shepherd Dogs have gradually become to be accepted as a distinct breed. The first dogs of this breed were imported into Switzerland in the early 70ies. The American male 'Lobo', whelped on 5th March 1966, can be considered as the progenitor of the breed in Switzerland. The descendants of that male registered with the Swiss Stud Book (LOS) and other white shepherd dogs imported from USA and Canada, gradually multiplied. There exists now a big number of white shepherd dogs, pure-bred, over several generations, distributed throughout Europe. For that reason, since June 1991, these dogs have been registered as a new breed with the appendix of the Swiss Stud Book (LOS).

Temperament
Lively, without nervousness, attentive and watchful; towards strangers sometimes slightly aloof but never apprehensive or aggressive. Highly intelligent, energetic, and watchful, the White Swiss lets very little escape its attention. Although it tends to be less skittish than the German Shepherd, it makes an excellent watch dog, and will put on a good show to deter intruders. However, it is generally mellow enough to warm to strangers quickly, particularly once they have been introduced.

Upkeep
This is a working breed first and foremost, and needs to be kept busy and active. Providing a working role is the ideal way in which to keep a White Swiss fit and content. Failing this, it needs a minimum of one to two hours of moderate-intensity exercise every day. Owners should be prepared to brush the thick coat every day, as it sheds quite heavily and will quickly form clumps if neglected. Naturally, its brilliant white colour is quick to show up any dirt, and the White Swiss does need regular bathing, but this must be done with a gentle dog-specific shampoo that will not dehydrate the skin or damage the hair quality.

Breeders

Unfortunately there are no known breeders of the White Swiss Shepherd Dog at this time. Please take a look at some alternative suggestions below or if you know of a registered breeder please contact us.

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Breed information sourced from: https://www.dogsnz.org.nz
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