Maremma Sheepdog Reviews


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by - written on 07/01/09, updated on 07/01/09 (Very useful, 105 readings)
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The Maremma Sheepdog, or Maremmano-Abruzzese as it is known in Italy, is an Italian flock guardian dog. It originated in the Abruzzo and Maremma areas of Italy where it has been used for generations to guard flocks from predators and thieves. It is still used for this purpose in Italy, Australia and the USA, but in the UK it is mainly kept as a pet and/or show dog. Its heritage as a flock guard means that the Maremma is intelligent, independent, courageous and loyal, with a healthy suspicion of strangers. It will therefore be protective of its owners and aloof with strangers. However this does not mean that it should be aggressive or nervous - and anyone ... Read the complete review


