The Dutch Shepherd: An In-Depth Guide to One of the Netherlands' Exceptional Working Breeds Book
Historical Background and EvolutionThe Dutch Shepherd's history originates in the rural landscapes of the Netherlands, where these multi-purpose dogs worked as indispensable assistants to farmers and shepherds. Their history dates back to the dawn of the 1800s, when they were bred to be versatile farm dogs able to herding sheep, drawing carts, watc