Other Names Chien de l'Atlas, Atlas Sheepdog, Atlas Mountain Dog |
Origin Morocco, Middle Ages |
Use Companion, Livestock guarding |
Life Expectancy This breed can live as long as 10-11 years of age |
Weight & Height 50 to 55 pounds & 21-24 inches tall at the shoulders |
Known Health Problems ** |
Physical Description ** |
Temperament For centuries this breed has been used to protect livestock from predators. The are somtiems kept as a companion, but it is not usually kept as a household dog. |
Training fairly easy to train |
Living Conditions Not recommended for apartment/Urban Living |
Grooming This is a hight energy breed and needs plenty of daily exercise to keep it occupied |
Exercise *** |
Coat Texture **** |
Coat Colors

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Black White |
White Beige |
Brown |
Brown White |
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Puppies ** |
Recognition *** |