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MAREMMA SHEEPDOGS
The origins of the maremma sheepdog come from the mists of time, that's why the best descriptions of this magnificent breed can be found in the ancient works of Latin autors.
In the 1st century before Christ, Varrone describes the ancient Maremma Sheepdog in his work "Rerum Rusticarum": "dog of large size, dark brown or grey-yellowish eyes, lips and nose are dark, upper lip must cover teeth, but not to be too abundant, big head, hanging ears, strong shoulder, long straight legs, close between each other instead of open wide, slim flanks, top line is levelled, white coat and leonine appearance.
According to Columella, a later Latin author, "the shepherd prefers a dog with white coat, because he can distinguish the dog from the wild animal. It has to be robust, vigorous and fast, because his duty is to fight wolves."
It is surprising to discover that the innate instinct of our Maremma Sheepdog is telling us about an extraordinary story from thousands years ago. In our beautiful white dog are living both a great historical heritage and an unconditional love for the members of our family and our home, that he demonstrates with no excesses and with his proud and well-balanced temperament.
Who knows this wonderful breed, can't think of his home without the reassuring presence of a Maremma Sheepdog.
maremma sheepdogs and shetland sheepdogs
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