THE OUTSTANDING DUTCH SHEPHERD: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO AMONG THE NETHERLANDS' DISTINGUISHED WORKING BREEDS BOOK

Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's legacy originates in the countryside landscapes of the Netherlands, where these adaptable dogs functioned as indispensable companions to shepherds and farmers. Their heritage dates back to the early 1800s, when they were established to be all-purpose farm dogs capable of herding sheep, drawi