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Appenzeller Sennenhund


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The Appenzell Mountain Dog is also called the "Appenzeller," the "Appenzell Cattle Dog," and the "Appenzeller Sennenhund." It is a muscular but not massive dog. A well-built and hardy animal, it is a versatile working dog. It has a wide, flat head with a muzzle that narrows towards a black nose. The eyes are small and dark and the ears are pendant. Its tail is carried rolled up on its back. Its limbs are straight. Its short double coat is considerably tight, thick and glossy.

The basic colors are black or brown with symmetrical white and rust markings. A white blaze and rust marking over the eyes must be present on the head. Rust is always between the black and the white.

Tough, sober, brave, intelligent, and lively, the Appenzell usually gets along well with other dogs and mixes well with livestock and household animals if it has become used to them while still young. They are rather unsure of strangers but greet family and friends effusively. A healthy and well brought up Appenzell Mountain Dog is fine with children. It is loyal to the whole family, but tends to bond closely with one person. They respond best to consistent, even-tempered training. Socialize this dog well with all kinds of situations, people and other animals.

Appenzells learn quickly, partly because it is so intelligent, but also because it really wants to have something to do. It likes to be outdoors, but only when it is with its handler. Agility skill trials and games of catch are suitable sports for this breed. The Appenzell is a noisy, extroverted dog that makes a great watch dog. It is charming and affectionate, but it loves the freedom of open spaces and thus is not adapted to living indoors or in a kennel.

The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a medium-size breed of dog from Switzerland whose original purpose was as a flock guardian, a draft dog, and general farm dog. It is still used for these purposes but also excels in obedience competitions and Schutzhund. It has a friendly disposition, and makes a wonderful pet for the experienced large-breed family.

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