Leonberger Puppies for Sale

Leonberger Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

Originating in Leonberg, Germany in 1846, this versatile breed was a favorite with royalty. The Leonberger nearly became extinct at the end of World War I but was revived and restored by several German breeders that were devoted to the breed. They are considered to be the oldest of the German breeds. Leonberger's continue to be used as a working breed and companion in Germany, France, Scandinavia. However, they are relatively rare in other countries.

Character

The Leonberger breed is elegant, large, and powerful. This breed possesses a gentle expression and an impressive and regal appearance. Leonberger's are sturdy, well-built, and highly reliable.

Temperament

A breed regarded as a "gentle giant", the Leonberger is affectionate, loyal, devoted, and trustworthy. This calm and steady breed is excellent with children, dogs, and other pets. They do not do well if left alone for extended periods of time and will bark and become destructive if bored or lonely. They are gentle, protective, and self-assured. They require a highly dedicated owner.

Care

This is a high maintenance breed. The Leonberger requires daily brushing to remove loose and dead hair and minimize shedding. Special care should be given during seasonal blowing of the coat. Bathing should be done when necessary. It is important to regularly clean the ears and provide good dental hygiene. This breed has a relatively short life span. They are prone to such health issues as hip dysplasia, OCD, Addison's disease, entropion, ectropion, osteosarcoma, bloat, and hypothyroidism. Leonberger's may be sensitive to some drugs such as sulfa, tranquilizers, and anesthetics.

Coat

The Leonberger is a double coat breed. The outer coat is long, profuse, and straight. The under coat is thick and dense. There is a mane of hair on the chest and around the neck and feathering on the front legs. The hair on the breeches is profuse and thick. This breed is continuously heavy shedding with seasonal blowing of the coat.

Training

Early socialization and obedience training is required. The Leonberger is intelligent and eager to please. They will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. Training must be done with respect, fairness, firmness, patience, and consistency.

Activity

The Leonberger is not recommended for apartment living. They require daily exercise, family interaction, and mental stimulation. This breed does best in a large securely fenced yard or rural setting. Leonberger's enjoy swimming, hiking, backpacking, running, and family activities. They excel at agility, tracking, therapy, and water rescue.

Weight

Male: 130-170; Female: 100-130 lbs

Height

Male: 29-31; Female: 27-29 inches

Cost

Looking for a Leonberger puppy with a superior lineage? Are you trying to determine how much a Leonberger with breeding rights and papers would cost? You should expect to pay a premium price for a Leonberger puppy with breeding rights or show quality with papers. You should budget anywhere from $2,575 upwards to $2,575 or even more for Leonberger puppies for sale with top breed lines and a superior pedigree. The average cost for all Leonberger puppies for sale is $2,575.

Color Variations

Curious about the color palette of Leonberger 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 Leonberger breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.

• Black
• Black & Tan
• Black & White
• Blue
• Blue & Tan
• Brindle
• Brown
• Brown & Tan
• Cream
• Fawn
• Golden
• Gray
• Harlequin
• Red
• Red & White
• Sable
• Sandy
• Silver
• White
• Yellow

Name Variations

Searching for common aliases for Leonberger puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Leonberger by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for Gentle Giant puppies and even Leo puppies for sale as they relate to the Leonberger breed.

• Gentle Giant
• Leo
• Leo Tribe
• Leonberger Lion Dog