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| Breed Group : | Non Sporting |
| Weight : | male: 75-110 lbs ( 34-50 kg ) ; female : 60-90 lbs (27-41 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 23-27 inches ( 58-68 centimeters ); female: 20-24 inches ( 51-61 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Estrela Mountain Dog is one of the guard dog breeds; it guards herds as well as homesteads up on the Estrela Mountains for years and years. It is one of the oldest breeds found in Portugal, believed to be brought to the place either by the Romans or the Visigoths. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Estrela Mountain Dog puppy is both intelligent and observant. It is eager to learn but also has the characteristic of being stubborn. There are a number of reasons why it can be a great family pet, some of the reasons being that it is alert, loyal and will really bark when it sense danger. It is not one of those small dogs that are easy to handle so first time owners may find it hard to manage the Estrela Mountain Dog breed. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The Estrela Mountain Dog’s coat is on the thick side that may be short haired or long haired. The undercoat of the Estrela Mountain Dog puppy is dense and has a rough texture similar to goat hairs. Coat colors may range from fawn, yellow, brindle, wolf-grey, and sometimes have white markings with a black mask. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | Estrela Mountain Dogs are wary of strangers but will not bite unless it sees or feels that its owners are placed in danger or under attack. It is a breed that is excellent with children but should still be watched because with its large size it may engage in rough play with the kids. The Estrela Mountain Dog, according to Estrela Mountain Dog Dog Breed information’s, can mingle well with other pets---small dogs, cats, large dogs, basically any other pet but would definitely display the said characteristic more when socialized earlier. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | The Estrela Mountain Dog is among those dog breeds that are only meant for experienced owners mostly because of their bodily size. This dog needs a large space for it to run around in. The owner of an Estrela Mountain Dog should also ensure that this dog would get the necessary training at an early age for the owner not to have a difficult time dealing with this breed. |
| Breed Activity Information : | The Estrela Mountain Dog should have regular exercise daily for a long period of time. This can be long walks, play sessions in the park or yard with other dogs or with children. Indoors, this breed is not disruptive; in fact it tends to be quiet when inside the home. Estrela Mountain Dog Dog Breed information’s speak of Estrela Mountain Dogs as mostly well behaved as long as they get sufficient exercise. |
| Breed Care Information : | If your Estrela Mountain Dog is long coated, requires grooming more than two times per week to remove dead hair and to prevent matting. The short haired Eskimo Mountain dogs however require less grooming; at least twice a week is enough. The best tools to use would be a rake for grooming to get rid of the knots, the tangles, etc. and then the next tool would be the slicker brush in order to keep the coat glossy and fine. |
| Breed Training Information : | Eskimo Mountain Dogs are stubborn breeds and do not like the feeling of being dominated. That is why the trainer should be patient with firm methods. Obedience training and early socialization are necessary when it comes to this breed. |
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