Appenzeller Sennenhunde
No Swiss miss here: This is an athletic herding dog and livestock guardian.
Appenzeller Sennenhunde Characteristics
Affectionate with family
Amount of shedding
Apartment appropriate
Cold tolerance
Compatible with kids
Drooling potential
Ease at being home alone
Ease of training
Friendly toward strangers
Good for novice owners
Mouthiness
Potential for weight gain
Predatory tendencies
Watchdog ability
Vital Stats
Height:
19.5 to 22 inches at shoulder
Weight:
48 to 55 pounds
Coat:
thick and shiny
Life span:
9 to 12 years
Breed Group:
Herding Dogs
Summary
The Appenzeller originated as an all-around farm dog, who stayed busy herding the livestock, guarding the farm, and pulling carts in his native Switzerland. Today's Appenzellers have still got the energy, smarts, and self-confidence that makes for valuable working dogs--but they're anything but low-maintenance. These dogs need lots of exercise, training, and a job to do.
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