Dutch Shepherd Puppies for Sale
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Dutch Shepherd Puppies for Sale: About the Breed
The Dutch Shepherd breed originated during the 1800's in the Netherlands as an all-purpose dog. They were adept cart-pullers, herders, police dogs, and used for guarding. The Dutch Shepherd is considered to be very rare in North America, and is limited in their native Holland. They are highly prized for their quick reflexes and capabilities.
Character
The most distinctive feature of the Dutch Shepherd is the brindled coat. This breed is powerful, muscular, well-proportioned, and of balanced build. Dutch Shepherd's possess an expression of intelligence.
Temperament
The Dutch Shepherd is affectionate, lively, obedient, reliable, and faithful. They typically bond closely to one family member, although they are loving to their entire family. The Dutch Shepherd breed is protective and attached to their family, home, and territory and make excellent guard dogs. They are alert, active, and enthusiastic workers. They do best in a home with considerate children. Dutch Shepherd's do well with other dogs and other household pets. This breed will become destructive if bored or lonely.
Care
The short-haired and long-haired varieties of coat require regular brushing to remove dead and loose hair. The wire-haired coat must be professionally plucked twice a year. Bathing should only be done wehn absolutely necessary. Due to the rarity of the Dutch Shepherd breed there are no known health issues.
Coat
The Dutch Shepherd comes in three different varieties: Wire, Long, and Short. The Wire-Haired is coarse and of medium length. The Long-Haired is harsh, straight, flat, and long. The Short-Haired is dense, short in length, and of fine texture. All three coat types are weather-resistant.
Training
The Dutch Shepherd requires a dominant handler. This breed learns quickly and training must be varied to keep them interested and occupied. They excel in obedience, police work, military work, and guarding. Training must be done with firmness, fairness, and consistency.
Activity
The Dutch Shepherd breed is not recommended for those with sedentary lifestyles. The Dutch Shepherd thrives on exercise, activity, and having a job to do. They are not recommended for apartment living and do best with a large securely fenced yard or rural setting. Physical and mental stimulation is absolutely crucial. They excel in agility, herding, obedience competition, and field trailing. Dutch Shepherd's also make excellent walking and jogging companions provided they are securely leashed.
Weight
55-67 lbs
Height
22-25 inches
Cost
In search of a Dutch Shepherd puppy with a pedigree? Interested in the price for a Dutch Shepherd puppy with breeding rights? Expect to pay from $1,500 to $5,175 for a Dutch Shepherd puppy from a champion or top-pedigree line. The average price for all Dutch Shepherd puppies is $3,135.
Dutch Shepherd Characteristics
Full-Grown Size
Grooming Needs
Good with Dogs
Watchdog Ability
Exercise Needs
Color Variations
Curious about the color palette of Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.
- Black
- Blue
- Brindle
- Chocolate
- Fawn
- Gray
- Isabella
- Liver
- Red
- Sable
- Silver
Name Variations
Searching for common aliases for Dutch Shepherd puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Dutch Shepherd by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for DSH puppies and even Dutch Groenendael puppies for sale as they relate to the Dutch Shepherd breed.
- DSH
- Dutch Groenendael
- Dutch Herder
- Dutch Malinois
- Dutch Shepherd Dog
- Dutch Tervuren
- Hollandse Herder
- Hollandse Herdershond
- Nederlands Korthaar