Other Names Chien de l'Atlas, Atlas Sheepdog |
Origin Morocco, Middle Ages |
Use Today 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 -- |
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 -- |
Exercise This is a hight energy breed and needs plenty of daily exercise to keep it occupied |
Coat Texture --r |
Coat Colors White, Tawny, Black/White, Red, Black |
Puppies -- pups per litter. |
Recognition -- |