THE VERSATILE DUTCH SHEPHERD: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO ONE OF THE NETHERLANDS' MOST NOTABLE WORKING BREEDS BOOK

Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's legacy starts in the pastoral landscapes of the Netherlands, where these multi-purpose dogs functioned as vital companions to agricultural workers. Their heritage dates back to the beginning of the 1800s, when they were bred to be all-purpose farm dogs skilled at herding sheep, pulling carts