Dutch Shepherd | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other names | Dutch Herder Hollandse Herdershond | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Origin | Netherlands | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Dog (domestic dog) |
The Dutch Shepherd is a herding dog of Dutch origin. They were used by shepherds and farmers who needed a versatile dog that made few demands and was able to adapt to a harsh and meager existence.