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January/February 2009Order the White Swiss Shepherd back issue ...
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White Swiss Shepherd
It is recommended that only reputable breeders should be approached when seeking breed information or if you wish to purchase a puppy.
See the advertisements in either this month's issue, our classifieds section, or our back issues featuring your breed of choice. Alternatively contact one of the clubs listed below for breeders in your area.
Gauteng |
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Group Club |
Working & Herding breeds Association, Golden Reef
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Border |
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Group Club |
Quinera Working & Herding Breeds Club
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Eastern Cape |
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| Group Club | Baakens Valley Working & Herding Breeds Club
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Kwazulu Natal |
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Group Club |
Natal Working & Herding Breeds Association
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Western Cape |
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| Group Club | White Swiss Shepherd Dog Club Western Cape
Working & Herding Breeds Club of the Cape
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Fact File - White Swiss Shepherds
| KUSA Group | Herding | |
| FCI Group | Sheep Dogs/Group 1 | |
Original Function |
Herding sheep, working and draught dog | |
| Modern Function | Family companion, protector | |
Appearance |
An elegant medium-size, medium-boned dog with erect ears. Snow white coat and black points. Well-balanced, square-shaped. Long or short double coat. | |
Weight |
Ideal weight: Dogs: 30-40 kg Bitches: 25 – 35 kg |
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| Height | Ideal height: Dogs: 60-66cm Bitches: 55-61cm |
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| Coat Colour | White. Slight deer colour (light yellow or fawny shading) on eartips, back and upperside of the tail is a ‘minor fault’ in the standard. | |
| Coat Texture | Short or long coat with abundant undercoat | |
Grooming |
Regular brushing and grooming, particularly when shedding. | |
| Personality/Temperament | Gentle, loyal, alert, keen learner, lively. Should not be nervous or aggressive, but may be aloof towards strangers. | |
Compatibility with other dogs |
Very compatible - if socialized from a young age they get on with all other animals. | |
| Compatibility with cats and other animals | If raised with cats they get on with them and all other animals. | |
Compatibility with people/children |
Very compatible, but must be socialized from an early age to ensure that natural aloofness with strangers does not turn to shyness. The WSSD has a natural affinity for children. | |
Living Space – Indoors/Outdoors |
Both – like most dogs, shedding hair will be more noticeable indoors. | |
Space and Exercise |
Fair space is required outdoors for free exercise – even if kept in an average garden, they should be taken for regular walks and runs. | |
Trainability |
Excellent – very keen learner and wants to please owners. | |
| Suitability as Watchdog
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Excellent – without aggression. When mature they will protect what is theirs. | |
Noise Factor |
If the WSSD barks you can be sure there is a reason. | |
| Average Lifespan
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10 – 15 years | |
| Feeding | Feed a good quality & reputable dog food, and follow manufacturers recommendations for age and weight. | |
Health |
Very good - generally very healthy. | |
| Availability | Enquire via Clubs/KUSA for reputable breeders and healthy puppies. Be prepared to wait for well-bred puppies! | |
| Some questions to ask Breeders | Ask to see the Sire & Dam. Are the puppies KUSA registered? Have puppies been de-wormed and vaccinated? |