Dog breed

Portuguese Sheepdog

Origin: Portugal

Also known as: Cão da Serra de Aires

The Portuguese Sheepdog is a medium-sized breed of dog of the herding dog type, and is one of the indigenous regional dogs of Portugal. The Portuguese name refers to Serra de Aires, a mountain near Montforte in the Alentejo region. The breed is nicknamed cão macaco for its furry face and lively attitude.

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Sources & references

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portuguese_Sheepdog
http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q37734

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