Swiss white shepherd

Other names: Berger Blanc Américain, Berger Blanc Canadien, Weisser Schweizer Schaferhund, White Swiss Shepherd Dog

Navigation

<!–

–>

Hair type	Mid-length or Long
Origin	Swiss
Template	Big
Head shape	Long

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 25 kg to 35 kg	From 55 cm to 60 cm
Male	From 30 kg to 40 kg	From 60 cm to 66 cm

History of the breed

It was in Germany, around 1890, that the history of Berger Blanc Suisse began. A man named Max Von Stephanitz had in mind to create the ideal when it comes to a sheepdog . He succeeded in creating German Shepherds, but the color white was no longer allowed once the standard was established. It was not uncommon to get an immaculate puppy, but breeders were silent about their existence.

Berger Blanc Suisse Pictures

See all photos of Berger Blanc Suisse from Woopets members

Physical features

Its coat : double, it can be long or of medium length.
Its color : completely white.
Its head : slightly rounded skull, slightly marked stop and medium-sized nose.
His ears : set high and parallel, they are well erected. The tips go forward.
His eyes : medium in size and almond shaped. Their color is more or less dark brown.
His body : the musculature is impressive although the whole is perfectly harmonious. The back is horizontal.
Its tail : set low, it can go down below the hock. It is very bushy and comes in the form of a saber.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

The Berger Blanc Suisse is a dog that is very attached to its owners . Very gentle, curious in nature , he can be very attentive to DIY and gardening activities as he enjoys experimenting with new games. Very intelligent, aggressiveness is not part of his character , which makes him a very good pet for young children. Its only weak point is that it does not support loneliness. He therefore needs a lot of affection and human presence . He can also make a good watchdog.

The Berger Blanc Suisse
is it right for you? Take the test!

Education

The Berger Blanc Suisse is moderately docile . He must be educated firmly but gently because of his extreme sensitivity . The sooner he is used to a situation, the faster he adapts to it. He must therefore familiarize himself with the habits of the household (pace of life, meal times, etc.) very early in order not to feel neglected. He certainly needs affection, but it is best not to show excessive interest in him. He would risk becoming too attached and would have great difficulty in enduring the absences (even short) of his masters. Adapted to work , Le Berger Blanc Suisse can perform many useful functions (patrol dog, anti-drug, anti-explosive, etc.)

Living conditions

The Berger Blanc Suisse knows how to adapt to all situations , as long as he is with his owners. He needs to exercise physically with real walks 2 to 3 times a day . A garden or a courtyard satisfies him but he likes to let off steam in the countryside . The apartment alone all day is absolutely excluded for this breed.

Health

The Berger Blanc Suisse, which can live for almost 14 years, is a very solid breed . Sometimes prone to diarrhea, he can also experience hip dysplasia. His concern is more emotional, precisely because he can be hyper attached to his masters. Take care to protect it from ticks and fleas without interruption in time.

This breed of dog may have an MDR1 genetic defect, meaning it is susceptible to medication. Some medications can be dangerous or even fatal, so it is imperative to discuss them with a veterinarian.

To protect you from these risks and insure your companion in the event of health problems, Woopets recommends insurance for Berger Blanc Suisse dogs .

function showAssuranceForm () {var siteReferer = var id_race_association = ’32’; //console.log(id_race_association);success: function (html) {}});}document.addEventListener (‘DOMContentLoaded’, () => {$ (‘# assuranceModalBanner’). on (‘show.bs.modal’, function (event) {showAssuranceForm ();});});

Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

The Berger Blanc Suisse requires only a minimum of daily care. Being a calm dog, he doesn’t ask for a lot of outings. Its maintenance is quite easy. He knows 2 moults per year and these periods of moult last between 3 weeks and a month each .

The white hairs of Berger Blanc Suisse are self-cleaning. Daily brushing is recommended , especially during periods of molting. On the other hand, the washing will not be done more than twice a year.

Teeth should be brushed regularly to remove tartar buildup and bacteria growth. His eyes and ears should be checked frequently , at least once a week, to prevent possible infections. Finally, if they do not wear out naturally, the nails should be cut regularly . Too long, they risk causing pain and problems moving. Since dogs’ nails contain blood vessels, it is recommended to seek advice from a veterinarian to avoid any risk of accidents.

Price and budget

Name ideas for a Berger Blanc Suisse

None of these proposals suit you? Use our tool to find the name of your Berger Blanc Suisse!

Food

Quality food is necessary for the Berger Blanc Suisse. The latter must be rich in animal proteins and more or less poor in assimilable carbohydrates.

Physical activity

The Berger Blanc Suisse appreciates the great outdoors . The walks will preferably be regular , but not necessarily long.

Competitions

Others

We talk on the forum

muzzle allergy in a Berger Blanc Suisse

Swiss white shepherd

Guest message

The white shepherd, a sensitive dog?

Message from alison

Berger Blanc won’t let nobody come home (fearful)

Message from Cynthia simon

The white shepherd, a sensitive dog?

Message from se lyth

Do you have a question about Berger Blanc Suisse?
Do not hesitate to ask Woopets visitors for advice on the forum!

FCI Information