Barbado da Terceira
Also called BDT and Terceira Sheepdog
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Barks a lot
The Barbado da Terceira is a large, working breed of dog that originated in the Azores. It is a strong and powerful breed, with a short, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Barbado da Terceira is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.
- Weight
- 46–66 lb (21–30 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 19–23 in (48–58 cm)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Long
- Origin
- Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal (15th–16th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks often
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Affectionate
Cheerful
Docile
Intelligent
Loyal
Willful
Coat colours
Black, fawn, grey, wolf-grey shades and yellow
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55–66 lb (25–30 kg) | 46–57 lb (21–26 kg) |
| Height | 20–23 in (52–58 cm) | 19–21 in (48–54 cm) |
Caring for a Barbado da Terceira
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Sources
- Barbado da Terceira - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
- All about Barbado da Terceira breed (opens in a new tab)
- Barbado da Terceira - Dog Breed Information - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Barbado da Terceira - Animal Corner (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standard – New World Barbado da Terceira Kennel (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).