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

Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's story begins in the pastoral landscapes of the Netherlands, where these versatile dogs functioned as vital companions to farmers and shepherds. Their heritage dates back to the early 1800s, when they were established to be multi-functional farm dogs able to herding sheep, drawing carts, guar