The Versatile Dutch Shepherd: A Detailed Guide to Among the Netherlands' Most Notable Working Breeds Book
Historical Background and OriginsThe Dutch Shepherd's story starts in the pastoral landscapes of the Netherlands, where these multi-purpose dogs worked as crucial partners to shepherds and farmers. Their background dates back to the dawn of the 1800s, when they were bred to be all-purpose farm dogs skilled at herding sheep, pulling carts, protectin