THE OUTSTANDING DUTCH SHEPHERD: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO AMONG THE NETHERLANDS' EXCEPTIONAL WORKING DOGS BOOK

Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's history originates in the rural landscapes of the Netherlands, where these versatile dogs functioned as vital companions to farmers and shepherds. Their heritage dates back to the early 1800s, when they were developed to be all-purpose farm dogs skilled at tending flocks, pulling carts, prot