The Maremma Sheepdog is a Working Dog whose original purpose was as a guardian for sheep flocks against wolves and bears.
This dog is held in high esteem by the shepherds.
In the mountains it thrives in the snow where it is resistant to both cold and brambles.
At one time there were two separate breeds of this dog.
The Abruzzese and the Maremmano.
In the 1950s the two were officially established as a single breed with a hyphenated name.
The Maremma Sheepdog is best suited to rural homes where they have plenty of room to exercise.
The Maremma is slow to show devotion.
You must earn their resect and devotion first.
If you are looking for a gaurd dog then this breed is highly recommended.
They are a natural guarding breed.
The Maremma will give its life to save its family if the need arises.
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