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Not too big...not too small,
does not make it difficult to balance craft,
keeps large portion of owner's body warm at night,
can't be easily snatched away by predators.
good defense for owner against predators,
Short hair...dries fast...very important when sheltering in a tent
LOVES the water...Extremely strong swimmer...important in case of capsize.
How about one that paddles?
Shares food with duck...
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Friendly with pigs...
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Sometimes a little too friendly
Intrigued by but not aggressive towards sheep...
...can be used for herding...
With proper training they can be excellent farm dogs.