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18 Different Types of Shepherd Dogs
The Pet Zealot ^ | September 08, 2023 | James Alain L.

Posted on 09/08/2023 2:58:00 PM PDT by allen592

Shepherd dogs are highly versatile and intelligent working canines that have been bred for centuries to excel in herding livestock and protecting property. There are several different types of shepherd dogs, each with their own distinct characteristics and specialties.

Although all the dog names mentioned in this article include the term "Shepherd," it is worth noting that not all of these dogs are specifically bred for herding purposes. This may lead one to question why certain dogs bear the name "Shepherd" despite not being classified as herding dogs.

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TOPICS: Pets/Animals
KEYWORDS: animals; dogs; pets

1 posted on 09/08/2023 2:58:00 PM PDT by allen592
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To: allen592

We have a Dutch Shepard. Very smart and uniquely marked with Brindle.


2 posted on 09/08/2023 3:06:19 PM PDT by Openurmind (The ultimate test of a moral society is the kind of world it leaves to its children. ~ D. Bonhoeffer)
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To: allen592

WOW Beautiful dogs. Great pics at the link.


3 posted on 09/08/2023 3:07:48 PM PDT by Bounced2X (Boomer - I survived childhood with no bike helmet.)
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To: allen592

Thanks. Enjoyed the article. Working class dogs are amazingly faithful and dependable.


4 posted on 09/08/2023 3:10:10 PM PDT by scottiemom (Are you ready for the final and Greatest Adventure in the history of the world?)
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To: allen592

Thank you for posting the article.


5 posted on 09/08/2023 3:20:40 PM PDT by Parley Baer (GO )
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To: allen592

My inlaws bred Shetland Sheepdogs. Sale of which put my wife through college.

We had shelties for well over 20 years. Good dogs.


6 posted on 09/08/2023 3:20:50 PM PDT by Responsibility2nd (A truth that’s told with bad intent, Beats all the lies you can invent ~ Wm. Blake)
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To: Parley Baer

You are welcome


7 posted on 09/08/2023 3:22:04 PM PDT by allen592
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To: scottiemom

I’m glad you Enjoyed it


8 posted on 09/08/2023 3:22:56 PM PDT by allen592
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To: allen592

On our 3rd Australian Shepard. Incredibly smart and capable dogs.


9 posted on 09/08/2023 3:27:10 PM PDT by Jonny7797
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To: allen592

I’ve had 13 German shepherds and GS mixes for the past 30 years. Best dogs in the world. Also best repellant for door-to-door solar salesmen and Jehovah’s Witnesses.


10 posted on 09/08/2023 3:48:09 PM PDT by chrisinoc
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