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    Greenland Dog

    The Greenland Dog is native to Greenland as their name suggests they were originally bred to work alongside man as a sled dog. They are very similar looking to the Siberian Husky and the Alaskan Malamute being somewhere in between the two breeds when it comes to size and height. They have always been highly prized in their native Greenland although they have not been "domesticated" as such which in short means they are not the sort of dog that would suit first time owners. However a Greenland Dog in the right hands and environment thrives in a family environment and with people who understand the specific needs of this particular Spitz-type dog.
    Lifespan
    10-14 years
    Breed group
    Working
    Weight
    Male: 34-47kg
    Female: 34-47kg
    Height
    Male: 58-68cm
    Female: 51-61cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Greenland
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Working
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Very high
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Heavy
    Grooming
    needs
    High
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    High
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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