Greenland Dog
Breed Profile
Size:
Medium
Group: Working
Colour: Any Color
Lifespan: 13 years
Group: Working
Colour: Any Color
Lifespan: 13 years
Greenland Dog are alert, active and enduring.
Owner's Guide
Greenland Dogs are very energetic and need a job to do. Their hunting instincts are strong and they should not be trusted with small pets. Reserved and aloof with strangers, they are likely to be difficult with other dogs unless controlled. Originally bred: to pull sleds in the Arctic. Special characteristics This active dog has plenty of stamina and loves to hunt. Exercise requirements High. Enjoys working (hunting or sled-pulling). Attitude to Owners: affectionate, independent Children: best in adult households Other pets: may kill small pets and tends to chase Strangers: reserved, aloof Unfamiliar dogs: can be problematic Perfect owner Experienced, strong-willed, active owner who wants a dog to work with them, either pulling a sled or hunting. Potential problems Tends to be aggressive to other dogs, both unfamiliar and within the household, and to display possessive aggression.Articles
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