📊Group | 📌 |
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📊Size | Large📌 |
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📊Utilization | A livestock guarding dog, watch dog and companion dog; also used for draught work |
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✨Appearance | Large, mastiff-type molossoid dog with a rustic and substantial appearance, characterized by its brisk gait and impressive attitude. |
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🖍️Nicknames | Cão da Serra da Estrela Portuguese Shepherd |
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🌐Country of origin | Portugal |
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⌛Lifespan, years | 10 - 14 |
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📏Height | 60 cm - 75 cm |
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⚖Weight | 30 kg - 50 kg |
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🌡Temperament | Inseparable companion of the shepherd, faithful flock guardian, brave against predators and thieves. |
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📜History | Origin: Portugal. The breed has developed and settled in the Estrela Mountains area, and is considered one of the most ancient breeds in the Iberian Peninsula. |
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