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| Country of Origin | very old (800BC) Swiss | ||||
| Type of coat | medium long, wavy, thick, shedding | ||||
| Grooming | regular brushing, bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning | ||||
| Average height | 23-27.5 inches | ||||
| Average weight | 70-100 pounds | ||||
| Activity level | high outdoors, low indoors | ||||
| Watchdog | yes, high ability | ||||
| Protection | no | ||||
| Intelligence | very high | ||||
| Trainability | Be patient and precise, can be stubborn, may bite or panic if pushed too fast and too hard. | ||||
| Compatibility with children | if raised from a pup with children Ok | ||||
| Character | hardy, active, loyal, playful, athletic | ||||
| Ideal home environment | house with fenced yard | ||||
| Ideal owner | strong, patient leader with time to train, socialize, and exercise | ||||
| Suggestions: | early socialization and obedience training | ||||
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