Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
GroupWorking
SizeLarge
Height68 cm
Weight57 kg
Life Span8-11 years
OriginSwitzerland
TemperamentFaithful, Family-Oriented, Dependable
ColorsBlack, Rust & White
About the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
The largest and probably oldest of the four Swiss Sennenhund breeds, which also include the Bernese Mountain Dog. Used by farmers as a draft dog to pull carts, drive cattle, and guard property. The breed had almost disappeared by 1900 until Swiss geologist and dog expert Albert Heim promoted its revival. Its short tricolor coat is easier to care for than the Berner coat.
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