🐕 Landseer (or European Continental type Landseer)
The Landseer is an imposing breed, resulting from the cross between the Newfoundland and the Pyrenean Mountain Dog. Its name is inspired by the British painter Edwin Landseer, famous for his works depicting dogs similar to this breed. Although it was very popular in the 19th century, its interest declined in the early 20th century. However, thanks to breeders in Switzerland, Germany, and Austria, the breed has been preserved.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Landseer
- Origin: Cross between the Newfoundland and the Pyrenean Mountain Dog
- Type: Working dog, companion dog
- Hypoallergenic? No ❌
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 50-70 kg
- Female: 50-60 kg
- Height:
- Male: 72-80 cm
- Female: 67-72 cm
- Life expectancy: 9-11 years
- Exercise needs: 1 to 1.5 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (not suitable, requires a large space)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (suitable for families with children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (gets along with animals but may require good socialization)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (may be reserved towards strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (prefers a house with a large garden)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Care frequency:
- Grooming: The Landseer has a dense and abundant coat that requires frequent brushing to avoid tangles and remove dead hair.
- Hygiene: Being prone to dirt, it may require occasional baths. It is also important to check its ears, teeth, and regularly trim its nails.
- Exercise: It needs regular walks to stay fit and expend energy, which may require more frequent physical activity.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 1000-1200 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 1000-2000 €
🏡 Important note
The Landseer is an imposing dog, generally calm and affectionate, but it can be a bit more difficult to train. It requires ample space and physical exercise, and is not suitable for apartment living. It is best for experienced owners who can provide a garden and regular walks. It is an excellent family dog, loyal and protective, that will bring joy to families with enough space for it. 🌟🐾
