THE OUTSTANDING DUTCH SHEPHERD: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO AMONG THE NETHERLANDS' DISTINGUISHED WORKING BREEDS BOOK

Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's history originates in the rural landscapes of the Netherlands, where these versatile dogs functioned as vital assistants to agricultural workers. Their heritage dates back to the beginning of the 1800s, when they were developed to be all-purpose farm dogs able to herding sheep, drawing carts