Facts about the Appenzeller Sennenhund

• The Appenzeller Sennenhund or Appenzell cattle dog is one of the four regional breeds of Sennenhund-type dogs from the Swiss Alps.
• The name Sennenhund refers to people called Senn, herders in the Swiss Alps.
• Charming and affectionate, tough, sober, brave, intelligent, and lively, the Appenzeller usually gets along well with other dogs and mixes well with livestock and household animals if it has become used to them while still young.
• This breed makes a good watchdog.
• The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a large dog, 18.5-23 ins (47-58 cm) at the withers and weighing 49-70 lbs (22-32 kg).
• Life Expectancy: About 12-13 years.
• The Appenzeller Sennenhund was only recognised internationally as a separate breed in 1989.
• The Appenzeller Sennenhund was originally kept as a flock guardian, a draft dog, and general farm dog.
• They need to be taken for a daily walk or jog to release mental and physical energy.