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Anatolian shepherds, unlike some other farm dogs, generally do not herd livestock, which is helpful for a dog who is meant to be guarding them!" Height: 29 inches Weight: 110-150 pounds
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Preventive Vet says that as the moisture on dog tongues and noses evaporates, air circulates through their lungs so their bodies slowly cool down. Some pups take the heat better than others.
While sensitivity to cold can vary by factors like a dog's health, age, size, coat thickness, and more, the ASPCA warns no dog should be left outdoors amid below-freezing temperatures.
The Pyrenean Mountain Dog or Chien de Montagne des Pyrénées is a French breed of livestock guardian dog; in France it is commonly called the Patou.It originates from the eastern or French side of the Pyrenees Mountains that separate France and Spain and is recognised as a separate breed from the Mastín del Pirineo or Pyrenean Mastiff from the Spanish side of the mountains, to which it is ...
Dogs for personal protection or working dogs originated from livestock guardian dogs, selectively bred by Russian breed experts for working abilities. As a result, they excel in obedience, territory protection, and personal protection, and are very intelligent. As such, they make perfect house dogs. [13]
Charlevoix Veterinary Hospital's Dr. Rob Pletcher advises the use of pet clothing, such as sweaters or jackets, to protect pets from the cold. Some breeds may need more protection than others ...
A guard llama is a llama that is used in farming to protect sheep, goats, hens or other livestock from canids such as coyotes, dingos, dogs, foxes and other predators. [1] [2] In the past, a single gelded (castrated) male was recommended. In more recent years, it has been discovered that single, unbred females make better and safer guardians. [3]