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Catalan Sheepdog
Intelligent, loyal, lively, affectionate
Popularity
485
Gos d'Atura Català; shaggy herder that needs regular work and close interaction.
Lifespan
12–14 years
Coat
long, straight or slightly wavy rough coat with abundant undercoat, beard, moustache and eyebrows
Colors
fawn, sable, gray, black with mixing
Male height
18–20 in
Female height
17–19 in
Male weight
40–55 lb
Female weight
35–50 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
3
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
4
Good with strangers
4
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
3
Drooling
1
Coat length
4
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
4
Cold tolerance
4
