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

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