Portuguese Sheepdog
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Hauska Fakta
Portuguese Sheepdogs have a distinctive goat-like appearance and were bred to herd sheep in the Alentejo plains.
Medium-sized herding dog from Portugal with long, goat-like coat. Intelligent, loyal, and excellent working dog.
🏷️ Rotu
Portuguese Sheepdog
💭 Luonne
Intelligent, loyal, alert, energetic, protective
📏 Koko
Medium (16-25 kg)
⏳ Elinikä
12-14 years
🎨 Värit
Black, fawn, yellow, grey — often with lighter markings
🌍 Alkuperä
Portugal, Alentejo region, ancient breed
🏠 Elinympäristö
Domestic — needs regular exercise and grooming
🍽️ Ravinto
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Ryhmä
Group 1
✓ FCI Osasto
Sheepdogs
✓ FCI Numero
93