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    Portuguese Sheepdogs

    Not only is the Portuguese Sheepdog a lovely looking dog but they also make wonderful companions and family pets thanks to their kind affectionate and loyal natures.
    Lifespan
    14-15 years
    Breed group
    Pastoral
    Weight
    Male: 17-27kg
    Female: 17-27kg
    Height
    Male: 45-55cm
    Female: 42-52cm
    Pedigree
    No
    Other names
    c?o macaco, Monkey dog, Macaque dog, c?o da Serra de Aires
    Breed Size
    Medium
    Breed Type
    Pastoral
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Very high
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Heavy
    Grooming
    needs
    High
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to all ages of children
    Health of breed
    Very low
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    Very high
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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