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Aidi

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    height of an aidi dog
group:working / molossoid 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:

 
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:  
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  
of interest: in origin country may crop ears and dock tail
health concerns:  
kennel clubs: fci-(molossoid - mountain type dog breed group), arba - (working dog breed group)
rescues:    
     
aidi dog photo
 
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