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Aidi
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group: molossoid / working |
height: 20.5-24.5" / 52
- 62 cm |
types: |
weight: 50-55
lbs /
22.68-24.95 kg |
colors: |
varying
degrees of fawn, brown and black or tricolor. fawn - washed
sand to deep red with or without brindle with black overlay
or mantle, which can be widely spread, of any hue.
brown - beige to burned bread shade.lighter shades have darker brown mantle.
black - can be spotted with white, spots vary
from a few discreet marks to a complete white coat.
lips and nose must always be strongly pigmented black or
brown, depending on coat color. harlequin, blue, isabella
not acceptable |
physical traits: |
solid, hardy, well-muscled,
sinewy, strong, rugged, good sense of smell |
hair type: |
thick, bushy,
harsh, about 2.3" / 6 cm long except for
face and ears which is shorter and finer. mane (especially
for males) on neck and throat |
personality/
temperament: |
faithful, affectionate,
docile and very protective with family, constantly monitors
for danger, alert, fearless, energetic, high strung, curious,
sensitive, easy to train, needs to be kept occupied. some can
be overly shy or aggressive, |
maintenance/
special needs: |
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nicknames: |
Atlas Mountain Dog, Atlas
Shepherd Dog, Chien de Montagne de l’Atlas,
Atlas Sheepdog |
origination: |
North Africa / Morocco |
bred for: |
guarding and protecting
flocks, livestock and possessions |
identifying traits: |
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ideal for: |
livestock guarding, hunting,
tracking, watchdog, outdoors, harsh temperatures, mountain
life, not recommended as a household pet |
good with kids? |
not recommended |
life expectancy: |
10-11 yrs |
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of interest: |
in origin country may crop
ears and dock tail |
health concerns: |
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kennel
clubs: |
fci-(molossoid - mountain
type dog breed group), arba - (working dog breed group) |
rescues: |
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