Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog

Other names : Pastore Abruzzese, Pastore Maremmano, Abruzzo Sheepdog, Abruzzese Sheepdog

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Life expectancy

The Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog has a life expectancy of between 11 and 13 years

Temperament

Size

Large

Adult size

Female Between 24 and 27 in
Male Between 26 and 29 in

Adult weight

Female Between 66 and 88 lb
Male Between 77 and 99 lb
Coat colour
White
Type of coat
Long Hard
Eye colour
Brown
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More details about the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog

Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog: Origins and history

White ‘defence’ dogs were recorded in ancient Roman literature. The noble Maremma remains a steadfast cattle dog put to use by Roman farmers even today. The Maremma was introduced to the UK only recently and remains rare.  

FCI classification of the Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog

  • Group 1 - Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

  • Section 1 : Sheepdogs

Training a Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog

Training the Maremma Sheepdog is challenging. It must be carried out by a confident master who is consistent and varies their style of training. Harsh training techniques will not work with any dog. The Maremma is not described as an ‘obedient’ dog. 

Maremma and the Abruzzes Sheepdog: Purchase price

The price for a purebred puppy will be anything upwards of £500. It will cost £100 to £150 per month to keep this dog.

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