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    Leonberger

    Although impressive to look at they are known to be a real "Gentle Giant" and have even been given this as a nickname.
    Lifespan
    9-11 years
    Breed group
    Purebreed
    Weight
    Male: 50-75kg
    Female: 50-75kg
    Height
    Male: 65-80cm
    Female: 65-80cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Leo, Gentle lion, Gentle giant
    Breed Size
    XL
    Breed Type
    Working
    Health tests available
    BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme, BVA/KC Elbow Dysplasia Scheme
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Heavy
    Grooming
    needs
    Low
    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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