White sheepdog. White Swiss Shepherd: character, photo and reviews

Are you looking for a reliable friend and a good companion who can save and protect? Then pay attention to the Swiss Shepherd. This dog can still serve (if necessary and with proper training) a guide.

The white Swiss Shepherd, the photo you see in our article, is very much the same as the German one. All because they are the next of kin. The only difference is the white color. If we talk about the working qualities of the representatives of the breed, they are the same for the white sheepdog as the German shepherd, only in doubled numbers. Let's talk about this dog in more detail.

A bit about the breed

In essence, the white sheepdog is a German shepherd, which was intended for shepherd's service. The unusual coloring of animals enabled the shepherds to easily distinguish dogs from predators that attack the herd. The white sheepdog was taken as a tribal woman.

The development of this breed is inextricably linked with the German.

White sheep-dog was especially popular due to the fact that the breed was held in the sixties by many famous people. For example, several such dogs lived in the Rockefeller family.

In the seventies these dogs were brought to Switzerland. There they began to breed. Soon the dogs were brought to the rosters of different cynological organizations as a separate breed. By the eighties, a white sheepdog spread throughout Europe. Already in 2002 representatives of the breed appeared on the territory of the Russian Federation. A year later she was recognized by the FCI (International Cynological Federation).

Despite the fact that the breed developed in Canada, as well as in the US, another name was added to the old name - the Swiss white sheepdog. Do you know why? That's because neither Canada nor the USA has a membership in the FCI. Note that in our time it is representatives of the Swiss breed that are a model of white sheep dogs.

Appearance of the representatives of the breed

Now let's talk about what this dog looks like. The white Swiss Shepherd, whose photo is presented in this article, is an energetic, proportionally built, muscular dog. The exterior is very similar to the German one. The average life expectancy is thirteen years. The white sheepdog is distinguished by an even straight back and a dense physique.

The height at the withers in the male of this breed is on the average 63 centimeters, and in the bitch is 58-59 cm. The length of the trunk is slightly smaller. Weight of a bitch - about 30 kg, and a male - 35 kg.

The head is wedge-shaped, proportional to the body, strong, chiseled. The skull is rounded with a clearly defined central groove. The nose is medium in size, black in color. Inadmissible are light and white noses. The muzzle is slightly longer than the skull. Jaws strong, and strong teeth. The bite of the dog is scissor-like.

The eyes are almond shaped, medium in size, obliquely planted. Brown color. The white shepherd's eyelids are "summed up" in black. Ears oblong, slightly rounded at the top, high set. Are located vertically, a little forward.

This dog's tail is saber-like, fluffy, tapering towards the end. It is planted low, it rises high when driving.

There are such shepherds as short-haired, and long-haired. In Germany and France dogs with long hair are more common, and in America and the Netherlands - with a short one. Note that according to the breed standard, the hair of its representatives should fit snugly. The presence of undercoat necessarily. The muzzle, ears and front part of the legs are covered with shorter hair. On the back and the muzzle the wool is longer. Often you can see the males, the wool cover on which the head is longer than the bough. As a result, they form a mane and stripes.

The color of the representatives of the breed is white. Other colors are not allowed. Although in the US there are representatives with blackout on the backbone and ears. Of course, white color gives the dog some exotic. The dog can move silently, so it is believed that it is similar to the polar wolf.

Care and maintenance of dogs of this breed

White sheepdog, the photo of which you see in this material, has a dense, thick coat with undercoat. Needs combing out at least several times a week. For this procedure, you need to use a stiff brush. If you notice that the dog's hair is very dirty, then, of course, you need to wash the dog. Note that the bathing procedure should not be too frequent. Without the need to bathe the dog every three months (this is ideal).

The white sheepdog in food is unpretentious. You can feed it as "naturalka", and finished products of premium-class (canned food or dry food). Such a dog adapts very well and quickly to any climatic conditions. It can be maintained both on the street (in the aviary) and in the apartment. Animals rarely get sick, live long enough. They need active games with a ball, a wand and joint games with the owner.

Nature of the breed

The white German Shepherd is communicative and cheerful. She aspires to constant contact with the person. This dog is very devoted to all members of his family. He treats children well, loves them. The dog shows aggression only when he sees a real danger from a stranger or other animals. As a rule, he gets along well with domestic pets.

After a while, even can begin to "graze" them. A white German shepherd, whose photo few will leave indifferent, is extremely clever. In addition, she is extremely responsive to affection. Some owners believe that their dog "talks". Such statements are not without confirmation. White sheep dog has a huge range of voice signals. She likes to communicate this way with the owner, "expressing" her thoughts aloud. The duration of the "conversation" depends on the mood of the dog. When choosing such a dog, bear this in mind.

Training and application of the breed

This dog needs to be trained consistently and, of course, constantly. The nature of such dogs is softer than that of the German shepherd. For this reason, it is not necessary to apply rigid methods of training. Especially in this there is no need, since the dog of this breed is very obedient and easily brought up. It is vital for him and physical exercise. Puppies of the Swiss Swiss Shepherd Dog love to play with their relatives, as well as with a ball or a stick.

This breed is not as sporty as, for example, German, but it does not affect the working qualities of the representatives. Let's notice, that the white sheep-dog is less excitable, is aggressive and aggressive. The dog is well trained in various teams. From such dogs wonderful guides and rescuers are obtained. In addition, the white sheep-dog, whose photo you see in our article, with proper training can become a dog-therapist.

Very many representatives of the breed are involved in protection. Increasingly, white sheepdogs use power structures.

As a rule, people plant such a dog because of its exotic appearance, and then with great surprise discover the pet's protective and protective skills.

Choosing a Swiss Shepherd puppy: advice to future owners

Relatively recently this breed appeared in Russia. White shepherd puppies are very beautiful, their appearance only evokes tenderness. Despite their attractiveness, they are bought only in clubs or specialized nurseries.

If you are planning to purchase such a dog, then you should pay attention when choosing for some moments:

• The experience of breeding the breed in the institution where you are going to buy a puppy;
• Reputation of the breeder (reviews, etc.);
• Participation in exhibitions of dog-parents;
• The possibility of obtaining advice on issues of upbringing.

When buying a puppy, ask the breeder what were the problems with the dog parents and offspring. As a rule, decent people do not conceal anything from buyers, honestly warn new owners about already having health problems or shortcomings in the breed.

Diseases of the Swiss Shepherd

Specialists who breed this breed, believe that its representatives are prone to such hereditary diseases:

• Congenital heart failure;
• Dysplasia (before buying this dog it is desirable for the breeder to look at the parents of the conclusion of an international special sample on the absence of this pathology, as well as X-ray images);
• deafness.

Reviews of the owners of dogs of this breed

According to the owners, the white German Shepherd is a fine breed of dogs. Such a dog is distinguished by high intelligence and ingenuity. The only thing that can embarrass, is the excessive "talkativeness" of the breed. Some even consider such behavior hysterical. But the cynologists say that this is a feature of the breed.

Owners say that the dog should not be bored. With her, it is necessary to engage in training and teach her the right behavior. Then you will grow a loyal and kind friend, as well as a defender.

White sheepdog: the price of a puppy

The cost of such an animal ranges from 200 to a thousand dollars, depending on the region, the pedigree and other factors.

Advantages of the white sheepdog

Here are just a few of them:

• Good-natured, but with real danger will be able to protect his "flock";
• Tied to family members;
• Sympathetic to affection;
• Restrained with strangers, non-aggressive.
• easy to learn;
• Loves children;
• Inquisitive.

Disadvantages of the white sheepdog

One can not help saying about the minuses of this breed:

• Can be quirky, calculating every step you take;
• Likes to "talk", and as with herself, and with the owner. This dog has a wide range of voice signals, she does not hesitate to use them, depending on her mood.

A small conclusion

Now you know who the white sheepdog is. Photos for review are presented in the article, so you can better explore the appearance of the representatives of the breed. Such a dog can become not only a loyal friend and companion, but also an advocate for the family.