Appenzeller Sennenhund
FCI 46
54 cmAdult male
at the withers
at the withers
- Mass
- orientacyjnie 22–32 kgOrientacyjny zakres rasy
Appenzeller Sennenhund — size comparison
The Appenzeller is a medium-sized, strong dog with a short, tricoloured coat. Black or brown combines with reddish-brown and white markings. Its tightly curled
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Appenzeller Sennenhund — size comparison — facts and sources
The Appenzeller is a medium-sized, strong dog with a short, tricoloured coat. Black or brown combines with reddish-brown and white markings. Its tightly curled tail over the back provides the easiest distinction from other Swiss mountain dogs. Its build is compact, yet it moves lightly and nimbly, changing direction quickly while running.
It comes from Swiss farms, where it drove cattle and guarded premises. Local short-haired dogs with carrying barks were already described in the nineteenth century. Enthusiasts, including Professor Albert Heim, later organised breeding. The Appenzeller club was founded in 1906, and Heim drew up the first binding standard in 1914. Clear distinctiveness from the Bernese Mountain Dog and other Swiss farm dogs was retained.
The Appenzeller is energetic, learns quickly and likes joining people's activities. It attentively watches the surroundings and often barks at unfamiliar events. It builds trust in strangers gradually while being relaxed and direct with those close to it. Its need for action may appear in attempts to control people's or animals' movement, so its temperament is visible beyond herding duties.