Euro Mountain Sheparnese

Dog Breed Profile

Euro Mountain Sheparnese History

The Euro Sheperd is a fairly new hybrid or designer, mixed-breed, created by crossing the German Shepherd with the Sheepdog. The Euro Sheperd is a medium-sized, intelligent, loyal, and protective family pet. The Euro Sheperd is an intelligent, energetic, and athletic dog. The Sheperds were developed in the 1970s and 1980s as performance dogs and were officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991. The Shepers, like other working dogs, require extensive exercise and daily mental stimulation.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

German Shepherd, Bernese Mountain Dog

Euro Mountain Sheparnese Physical Characteristics

The Euro Mountain Sheperd is a medium-sized breed of shepherd that originated in Europe. The breed is large in proportion to its height, with males weighing between 50 and 100 pounds and standing 22 to 26 inches at the withers. Females are usually smaller, generally weighing between 40 and 70 pounds and standing 20 to 23 inches at the withers. They are muscular and athletic with a wedge-shaped head, strong jaws, and dark, almond-shaped eyes. The back is straight and the topline is level. They are well proportioned and carry themselves with an air of grace. The long tail is well-proportioned with the dog. The fur is thick, long and only moderately coarse. The colour of the fur varies from pure white to grey, blue, bronze, red, fawn, brindle, sable, merle and wolf-grey.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Sable, Blue, Gray, Black, Brown, Cream

Height Range

Male Height Range: 25 – 28 inches

Female Height Range: 23 – 26 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 80 – 110 lbs

Female Weight Range: 75 – 90 lbs

Euro Mountain Sheparnese Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

7-11 yrs

Euro Mountain Sheparnese Health Concerns

Hip Dysplasia, Bloat, Meningitis, Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI), Elbow Dysplasia, Cataracts, Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome), Von Willebrand’s Disease, Corneal Dystrophy, Atopy Dermatitis

Euro Mountain Sheparnese Temperament and Behaviour

The Euro Mountain Sheparnese is a lively, courageous, and good-natured pup. They are energetic and athletic, and love to spend time outdoors. They get along well with other pets and people, and generally get along with everyone.

Euro Mountain Sheparnese Activity Requirements

The Euro Mountain Sheperd is a medium sized, high-energy dog that is descended from the St Bernard. They are good natured, loyal, and intelligent. While they are not the most energetic breed of dog, they do require regular exercise. A daily walk or run is ideal, but any amount of play time will do. While they are not as well suited for high energy activities as some other breeds, they are well suited to many sports and activities. They are highly trainable and excel at many types of competitive events. If high energy activities are more your style, consider a different breed of dog. But if moderate exercise and companionship are what you are looking for, a Euro Mountain Sheperd might be the right fit.