Jaland

Dog Breed Profile

Jaland History

The Jaland is a cattle herding and mountain rescue working dog developed in Switzerland. The Jaland is also referred to as either the Swiss Mountain Dog, Swiss Cattle Dog, or Valais Cattle Dog.

Time of Origin

2000s

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Jaland Physical Characteristics

The Jalando is a medium-sized, sighthound breed of dog. The breed was developed in the 13th century in the Basque country of Spain. They were used for hunting deer and wild boar. The dogs are slender and muscular with a long tail. The head is wedge-shaped, and the ears are small and semi erect. The fur is short and harsh, and is either red or grizzled (red with gray). The tail is more prominent in the male than in the female. The ears are used to help track the prey. The Jalando is a prized hunter, but is also a good family pet.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Black, Gray, Fawn, Pied, Sable, Brindle

Height Range

Male Height Range: 11 – 12 inches

Female Height Range: 10 – 11 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 10 – 16 lbs

Female Weight Range: 9 – 14 lbs

Jaland Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Jaland Health Concerns

Seborrhea, Craniomandibular Osteopathy, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, Entropion, Deafness, Cataracts, Atopy Dermatitis

Jaland Temperament and Behaviour

The Jalands are known to be very energetic, playful, and fun-loving. They are highly intelligent and respond well to training and guidance. They are extremely social and love being around people, and are excellent therapy dogs. They are gentle and protective with their family members, but can be nervous around strangers.

Jaland Activity Requirements

The Jaland is a small, short-haired dog that was bred to hunt small game, such as rabbits and rodents. Today, they are a popular companion and guard dog. The Jaland is a smaller, less energetic breed of dog. While they do not need the intense exercise of a larger dog, they do still enjoy getting out and moving around. A daily walk is the minimum requirement for most Jaelands. If you are looking for a low-energy, low-maintenance pet, the Jaeland may be a good choice for you. They need a short walk every day, but they don’t need much more than that. They are not as demanding as some other breeds, which makes them a good choice if you are a busy person.

Miles Per Day

7 miles

Activity Per Day

60 minutes

Daily Food

1 cups

Kennel Club Recognition

American Kennel Club

Not Recognized

Jaland is part of the Unclassified group.

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The Kennel Club

Not Recognized

Jaland is part of the Unclassified group.

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Australian National Kennel Council

Not Recognized

Jaland is part of the Unclassified group.

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Canadian Kennel Club

Not Recognized

Jaland is part of the Unclassified group.

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