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| Cão da Serra de Aires |
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| Other names |
Portuguese Sheepdog
Portuguese Shepherd
Serra de Aires
Serra d'Aires |
| Country of origin |
Portugal |
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| Classification & standards |
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The Cão da Serra de Aires (English: Aires Mountain Dog), is a Portuguese shepherd dog from the Aires mountains, situated north of the Tagus river. The most unusual thing about this sheepdog is the lack of a soft (mat prone) undercoat. It is the only sheepdog lacking this matting grooming nightmare. Currently they are considered a rare breed in all countries except Portugal. There are 4 young breeding stock puppies in the United States. (as of 05/30/2008) Males stand 18 to 22 inches, and females are slightly smaller, ranging from 16 to 20 inches. The weight should be between 26 lbs. and 40 lbs.
