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    Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large attractive and noble dog that hails from Portugal where they were bred to herd and guard livestock and the homes of their owners in the Estrela Mountain regions of the land. They are known for their courage their loyalty and their intelligence as well as their kind affectionate natures which is why they have always been so highly prized in their native Portugal
    Lifespan
    10-12 years
    Breed group
    Pastoral
    Weight
    Male: 45-60kg
    Female: 45-60kg
    Height
    Male: 63-75cm
    Female: 60-71cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Estrela, Serra da Estrela dog, Portuguese shepherd, C?o da Serra da Estrela
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Pastoral
    Health tests available
    BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    High
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Medium
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Low
    Cost to keep
    Very high
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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