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Dutch Smoushond Puppies for Sale
Dutch Smoushond
(Hollandse Smoushond) (Smoushond)
Flocke, the Hollandse Smoushond
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Description |
The Dutch Smoushond has a long double
coat of protective, rugged, course, wiry hair giving the dog a carefree, untidy
appearance. The color is straw-yellow. Long, straight, wiry hair forms a beard, mustache
and eyebrows. The back of the forelegs are thinly feathered. The small eyes are bright
with black pigmented lids. The nose and lips are black and the eyes are dark. The feet are
small and rounded. The ears are triangular - set high on the head. The firm, straight
forelegs and flexible hind legs are well-muscled. The skull is slightly rounded, with a
distinct stop and a moderately long muzzle. The jaws are strong. When the dog is relaxed,
the tail hangs limply. The cat-like feet are compact and covered with long hair. The
forehead is strong and slightly rounded. The body is well balanced and close to the
ground. |
Temperament
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This easy care, obedient house-dog
is a friendly and charming companion. The Smoushond tends to be quiet with those he does
not know, but is loving with those that he does know. This skillful,
intelligent dog has considerable adaptability. It is alert with a sense of humor.
Dependent, sober and sensitive. They make good watchdog. Do not allow this dog to become yappy. They need to be corrected if their barking becomes obsessive. They get along well with children and
happily accept the family cat. Most Dutch Smoushond get along well with other dogs. The Dutch
Smoushond is eager to please, which means training them is not hard. It is important, though,
to ensure that you are consistent towards them because some can try to take over if they
get an idea that their handler is rather easy-going.
Proper human to canine communication is essential. |
Height, Weight
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Height: 14-17 inches (35-42 cm.)
Weight: 20-22 pounds (9-10 kg.) |
Health
Problems |
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Living
Conditions |
The Dutch Smoushond will do okay in
an apartment as long as it gets adequate exercise. The Smoushond should live indoors. It
prefers cooler climates. |
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Exercise |
This untiring breed needs
daily, long
walks 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. They love to go swimming. Enrolling it in agility skills or ball playing courses would be a
rewarding experience for both you and your dog. |
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Life
Expectancy |
About 12-15 years. |
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Grooming |
This is basically an easy
care breed. The coat should have a shaggy unkempt look. Depending upon the quality of
the coat, the Dutch Smoushond generally requires the hair to be plucked by hand about
twice a year leaving the hair on the head alone as much as possible. You can take
your dog to a professional groomer to have this done or learn to do it yourself. Between
these grooming sessions, remove any excess hair from inside the ears and between the pads
of the feet. |
Origin |
The exact origins of the Smoushond
are unknown. However its looks suggest that it is partly related to the German Schnauzers.
The Smoushond was popular in the late 1800's as a gentleman's companion. World War II
pushed it to near extinction. Attempts were made to save the breed with little success. In
the early 1970's, Mrs. H.M. Barkman began collecting information on the Smoushond, and by
studying the pictures and old pedigrees, and talking to judges who remember the
breed, she was able to re-create it through selective breeding. Today the Dutch Smoushond
breeds pure for both types and temperament. A typical terrier, it is a gluttonous ratter,
delighted to terrorize any rodent. The breed is now reasonably secure, with approximately
125 puppies registered each year. The Smoushond is hardly known outside the
Netherlands, and most Dutch breeders express little interest in promoting it abroad. |
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Group |
Terrier |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, NKC, APRI, ACR |
CKC = Continental Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
NKC = National
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
This is Floppy.
Photo Courtesy of Floppy's
Homepage.
Floppy at 11 weeks old.
Photo Courtesy of Floppy's
Homepage.
Fred
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