Gaucho Sheepdog

Life expectancy

14 years

Age adult

22 months

Height (Shoulder height)

60 cm

Weight

19 kg

Coat texture

long-haired / undercoat / crest

Coat color

all colors

Common illnesses

no diseases known for this breed

Food expenses per month in €

about € 49

Suitable for children

Rather not

Needs a garden

Rather yes

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather not

First dog suitable

Rather not

Allergy friendly

Rather not

Athletic

Very atletic

Attention

Needs much attention

Care and grooming

Medium grooming effort

Eager to learn

High

Exercise

Needs a lot of exercise

Nature

sporting / alert / intelligent

Bred for

drive and shepherd sheep

Common illnesses

no diseases known for this breed

Dog type according to FCI

not FCI approved

FCI description

Not FCI Approved

Short description

The Gaucho Sheepdog is an approved breed in Brasil. There he is mainly used as a persistent herding dog and guards predominately sheep flocks.

This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.