Appenzell Mountain Dog Puppies for Sale
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Appenzell Mountain Dog Puppies for Sale: About the Breed
Of the four Alpine breeds, the Appenzell Mountain Dog is the least well known and is extremely rare. Originating in Switzerland, this breed was used as a herd guardian, cattle mover, rescue dog, and cart-puller. Today, the Appenzell Mountain Dog has retained their working heritage and is difficult to find and acquire.
Character
The Appenzell Mountain Dog is muscular, athletic, and powerful. The Appenzell possesses tremendous endurance and agility. They are versatile, utilitarian, and hard-working.
Temperament
The Appenzell Mountain Dog is not recommended for first time dog owners. Although they are loyal and devoted companions, this breed is not solely a pet. Appenzell's are first and foremost a working breed. They are hardy, courageous, and affectionate. They are highly protective of their family, home, and territory. The Appenzell Mountain Dog does best with considerate children. They do well with other dogs and household pets they have been raised with. The Appenzell does not do well if they are isolated or ignored. They will become destructive if they are bored or lonely. They have a tendency to bark incessantly.
Care
The Appenzell Mountain Dog requires occasional brushing with a firm bristle brush to remove loose and dead hair is recommended. It is important to frequently check the ears and paw pads for debris. Bathing should only be done when necessary. Due to the rarity of this breed there are no known health issues.
Coat
The Appenzell Mountain Dog breed is a double coat breed. The outer coat is short, thick, and glossy. The under coat is soft and dense. This breed is heavy shedding.
Training
Early socialization and obedience training is absolutely crucial. The Appenzell Mountain Dog breed is highly intelligent but requires a dominant handler. They do not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. Training must be done with firmness, respect, fairness, and consistency.
Activity
The Appenzell Mountain Dog is not recommended for apartment or city living. This breed requires an inordinate amount of physical exercise and mental stimulation. They do best in a rural setting with room to roam and a job to do.
Weight
Male: 60-70; Female: 50-60 lbs
Height
Male: 22-23 Female: 18-20 inches
Appenzell Mountain Dog Characteristics
Full-Grown Size
Grooming Needs
Good with Dogs
Watchdog Ability
Exercise Needs
Color Variations
Curious about the color palette of Appenzell Mountain Dog puppies? You'll discover a captivating array of hues and patterns that define their distinctive personalities. Below you will find common and rare coat colors for the Appenzell Mountain Dog breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.
- Black
- Blue
- Brindle
- Brown
- Fawn
- Gray
- Merle
- Sable
- Tricolor
Name Variations
Searching for common aliases for Appenzell Mountain Dog puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Appenzell Mountain Dog by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for Appenzeller Cattle Dog puppies and even Appenzeller Mountain Dog puppies for sale as they relate to the Appenzell Mountain Dog breed.
- Appenzeller Cattle Dog
- Appenzeller Mountain Dog
- Appenzeller Sennenhund