English Shepherd
The English Shepherd is believed to have resulted from a combining of puppies native to the British Isles with sheep and farm animals puppies that Caesar introduced to the British Isles while he invaded in fifty-five BC. These puppies assisted the Romans in herding farm animals brought to help feed the troops. As the farm animals dwindled, the more dogs no longer required were left to be utilized by natives to the region to reproduce with comparable herding puppies to bolster their instinct and different effective qualities. The first settlers introduced the English Shepherd to the American colonies and, from there, followed the western improvement of the United States. Esteemed for his herding capacity and guarding instinct, the United Kennel Club has identified this versatile, all-purpose breed since 1927.
- Type - Shepherd
- Weight -45 to 60 pounds (male), 40 to 50 pounds (female)
- Height- 19 to 23 inches (male), 18 to 22 inches (female)
- Family -Herding (UKC)
- Date of Orgin-55 BC
- Area of Orgin -British Isles
Energy Level
Exercise Requirements
Playfulness
Affection Level
Friendliness To Dogs
Friendliness To Other Pets
Friendliness To Strangers
Watchfulness
Ease of Training
Grooming Requirements
Heat Sensitivity
Vocality
Temperement
The English Shepherd is brave and gritty, continually prepared to carry out the work he was bred at the drop of a hat. Alert and keen to please, the English Shepherd is a devoted family associate and loyal watchdog. Training the puppy is fantastic.
Upkeep
As the English Shepherd is a working breed, he needs lots of exercise. He’s not ideally fitted for apartment residing and does better in a home with a fenced backyard or acreage with many of room to roam. Due to his excessive intelligence, the English Shepherd also needs plenty of mental stimulation as he does physically. Without the right training and socialization, he can turn out to be stubborn and bossy. The English Shepherd has a thick, gentle, and glossy coat that needs regular grooming, along with weekly brushing and the occasional bath.
Health
“Major diagnosis: N/A
Minor diagnosis: N/A
Occasionally Seen: Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, luxating patella, cataracts
Suggested Tests: Hip dysplasia, brucellosis, MDR1
Lifespan: 10 to 13 years”
Disclaimer
Note: While the characteristics mentioned here may frequently represent this breed, dogs are individuals whose personalities and appearances will vary. Please consult the adoption organization for details on a specific pet.