THE VERSATILE DUTCH SHEPHERD: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO AMONG THE NETHERLANDS' DISTINGUISHED WORKING BREEDS BOOK

Historical Background and DevelopmentThe Dutch Shepherd's history originates in the pastoral landscapes of the Netherlands, where these multi-purpose dogs functioned as essential companions to shepherds and farmers. Their history dates back to the early 1800s, when they were bred to be multi-functional farm dogs able to herding sheep, pulling carts