[fluistulkn]

Dutch Shepherds are driven, high-energy, working dogs... Nasty isn't the rod I'd use. Any well-bred and properly owned dog is okay, there's a HUGE effing Dutchie living a few streets from me, very docile and well-mannered.


I think it's more likely she is a bulldog/GERMAN shepherd. The color could come from the bulldog side... As Dutch Shepherds are not common...

I would agree with this.

[hellencomstar]

This guy contacted me on flickr saying his dog looked like Piper and wanting to know her breed. I told him Piper was a pit mix possibly with shepard. He thinks his dog is a dutch shepard but it looks like a pit mix to me.

Tilly
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Piper


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I invited the owner to come to this website. He doesn't think his dog is part pit and is bringing it to a dog park. I hope he comes here and gets some good information.

[Qzmsdoem]

Tough to tell, how old is the dog? And while I don't like the dog parks myself, you do have to take it on a case by case basis. Some dogs never have an issue with them.

[shumozar]

Tough to tell, how old is the dog? And while I don't like the dog parks myself, you do have to take it on a case by case basis. Some dogs never have an issue with them.

Dog parks are the areas where you shouldn't take your dog if you are responsible owner, it is not only how you and your dog perceives the dog park, there are other dogs and their humans in the equation that you have no idea what to expect from.

[whimpykid]

i dont honestly thing those look like pit bulls at all either.. but who knows

[KJnbceja]

I thought Piper was a dutchie too. I am not seeing any 'pit bull' in either.

[Sakkola]

Yeah, I absolutely fail to see any pit bull in either dog. Dutch shepherd mix makes way more sense. Especially after seeing that shot of Piper sitting you posted in another thread.

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Just curious, but why exactly do you think Piper is part pit bull?

[GECEDEANY]

They both look like Dutch Shepherds.


It might be a good idea for you to do some research on them as they may have specific needs like that of a Pit Bull to be properly stimulated.

[Qzmsdoem]

Dog parks are the areas where you shouldn't take your dog if you are responsible owner, it is not only how you and your dog perceives the dog park, there are other dogs and their humans in the equation that you have no idea what to expect from.

Yes i agree, but please note I don't like the dog parks myself. Personally I think it's a patently stupid idea based on human desires. Regardless, there are people and dogs who never have issues with them.

[hellencomstar]

Really I always thought Piper was pit mix? A dutch shepard sounds rare. Interesting I'll have to read up on them.

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Piper is only 48 pounds and dutch shepherds weight around 60 - 65 pounds. But the face resemblance is amazing.

After reading about their temperament piper seems to be more of a pit mix. DA wasn't mentioned at all about the dutch Shepard and it says it gets along with other dogs.

[GECEDEANY]

Really I always thought Piper was pit mix? A dutch shepard sounds rare. Interesting I'll have to read up on them.

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Piper is only 48 pounds and dutch shepherds weight around 60 - 65 pounds. But the face resemblance is amazing.

After reading about their temperament piper seems to be more of a pit mix. DA wasn't mentioned at all about the dutch Shepard and it says it gets along with other dogs.

Is Piper full grown?

What led you to believe Piper is a Pit mix, It's not just the DA is it?

Any dog can be DA, the traight doesnt change the breed as if all DA dogs are Pit's.

[hellencomstar]

Piper


Dutch Shepard



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Is Piper full grown?

What led you to believe Piper is a Pit mix, It's not just the DA is it?

It's just what everyone told me including my vet. Piper has a short dense body. The shepards look longer legs The faces look really the same.

Are Dutch Shepards fairly common dogs?

[GECEDEANY]

I dont know how commong they are, but they are a nice looking breed for sure.

I see the D S in her face and the body is questionable, it could be one of many breeds with a similar body type.

[kjsdiuwe]

No, Dutch Shepherds are not common dogs in the pet world. The police dog and working dog world? Sure, they are used in those venues. But Dutch Shepherds are serious, nasty dogs that are not well suited at all for novice dog owners. The fact alone that both dogs pictured are casual pets make me highly doubt they have Dutch Shepherd in them, despite the slight resemblance IMO.

[GECEDEANY]

"Description The Dutch Shepherd comes in three varieties: long-haired (long, straight, flat and harsh), short-haired (fine and dense) and wire-haired (medium length and wiry). Show dogs should not display much white on their chest and feet. Although the coat types vary, the color possibilities remain the same for each: various shades of brindle, including gray, yellow, silver, red or gold brindle, and blue. The short-haired variety is very widespread in Holland, while the wire-haired is less common and the long-haired is very rare. The body is muscular and symmetrical. The muzzle is long and the teeth are strong and regular. The eyes are dark and slightly slanting and the relatively small ears are stiffly erect. The tail is slightly curved. The chest and belly are deep and not too drawn up. The feet are relatively small and do not have dewclaws. The toes are well arched. The nails and pads are black. Protective hair grows between the toes.

Living Conditions The Dutch Shepherd will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. Their all-weather coat enables them to do well in cold climates.

Exercise Dutch Shepherds need to be kept both physically and mentally exercised. They need to be walked or jogged daily where the dog is made to heel beside or behind the human holding the lead, as instinct tells a dog the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. Because they want to work, run them through a regular drill at least twice per week. They make great jogging companions. Let it run beside a bicycle, or take it into the woods or open countryside where it can run to its heart is content.
THis Dog needs ALOT of ersice and mental stimulation."

[hellencomstar]

No, Dutch Shepherds are not common dogs in the pet world. The police dog and working dog world? Sure, they are used in those venues. But Dutch Shepherds are serious, nasty dogs that are not well suited at all for novice dog owners. The fact alone that both dogs pictured are casual pets make me highly doubt they have Dutch Shepherd in them, despite the slight resemblance IMO.

Thanks for the post. People always ask me what breed piper is and I usually just say hienz 57 or I don't know.

[GECEDEANY]

Does Piper have Dewclaws?

[Mymnnarry]

I do see some resemblance of pit bull in her face, although it is faint.

[GECEDEANY]

Does Piper have these???

[hellencomstar]

Does Piper have Dewclaws?

Yes she does