Wetterhoun Dog
INTRODUCTION
The Wetterhoun is a breed traditionally used as a hunting dog for small game and waterfowl and native to the province The ears are low-set and hang flat to the head, and the tail curls tightly over the back. The breed has an unusual, somewhat stern expression due to the shape of the eyes The breed is also recognised by a number of minor registries, hunting clubs, and internet-based dog registry businesses and promoted as a rare breed for those seeking an unusual pet.
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HABITAT : The province of Friesland in the Netherlands.
TEMPERAMENT : Quiet, Reserved, Stubborn
HYPOALLERGENIC : Yes
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Cynologique Internationale
SOCIAL UNIT : Province of Friesland in the Netherlands
LOCATIONS : province of Friesland
STATUS / POPULATION : STATUS: Wetterhouns need for social interaction is average
POPULATION: Estimate of population 1000 worldwide
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis lupus familiaris
INTERESTING FACTS
1- The Wetterhoun, although originally bred for hunting otters, now make excellent companions, watchdogs, and can excel in a variety of sports due to their perseverant nature
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names: Frisian water dog , Wetterhoun Dog , Otterhound , Dutch Spaniel
Scientific name: Canis lupus familiaris -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
Black, Liver, Roan, Liver & White, Black & White
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COAT TYPE
Thick and curly except for the head, ears, and legs, where it is smoother in texture
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LIFE SPAN
12-14 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Hight: male 23 inches
female 21.5 inches -
TAIL
The tail is tightly curled over its back when the dog is alert.
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WEIGHT
25 - 35 kg
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BREEDING SEASON
About 3 to 11 days
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction:
3 to 11 days Gestation period: 62-64 days -
LITTER SIZE
3 to 7 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
Frisian Water Dog
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FARM ANIMAL
Yes
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
Founded in 1884
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ORIGIN
Friesland
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DISTRIBUTION
All around the world
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OCCURRENCE
Families: Houn
Species: Hunting -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Carnivora
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TO HUMANS
Good-natured and friendly dog.
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AS A PET
Yes
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
