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Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Apr 02, 2017 7:04 am
by Duke
Hi all,

This is Duke, if you haven't seen my post in the new members forum, there's a little back story to how I adopted this handsome, majestic.... dutch shepherd? Please let me know what you think, here are a few facts.

Male - neutered
11 Months old
65 lbs
super soft full coat, and undercoat that has proven itself weatherproof.
Tall, long legs [excuse me for not having measurements].


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Here's when he was a little guy 6 months
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Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Apr 02, 2017 11:29 am
by centrop67
Ears, body shape, and stripes say probably some DS there. The amount of white means probably a mix.

I think. Let's hear from some others...

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Apr 02, 2017 12:36 pm
by TimL_168
For some reason, one of the things I always notice is the pasterns(wrist section). The length and angle of Duke's pasterns looks like GSD to me. And there's something about the hind legs that reminds me of my huskies. Anyone know if Akitas come in brindle? The head looks all shepherd to me.
He's a handsome boy regardless!

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Apr 02, 2017 9:57 pm
by cordeliandemon
i think he might have some dutch shepherd in there, also maybe something heavy coated like an akita or husky?
do you have any other photos of him just standing up straight from the side? i see just the slightest bit of a dip in his rear that makes me think he could have some Alsatian in there that would account for the fluffyness too, but it could just be the angle:)
it a bit hard to tell with him still being a puppy though, you could re evaluate a year and a half old or so and see if his proportions have changed.

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Mon Apr 03, 2017 3:46 am
by Duke
Thanks for the replies guys, here are a few more pictures that might give angles.

*The floor is being redone*

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HOTEL, he's not warranted in bedrooms at the house, nor does he have any interest really in being in our bed. He's quite independent, which is awesome. :DSangel:

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Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Mon Apr 03, 2017 4:20 am
by karenz
I'm not sure what breed or breeds he may be but that is a great looking dog. I love the markings. I also love the laying on the bed pic. He is stunning.

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Mon Apr 03, 2017 2:02 pm
by Duke
karenz wrote: Mon Apr 03, 2017 4:20 am I'm not sure what breed or breeds he may be but that is a great looking dog. I love the markings. I also love the laying on the bed pic. He is stunning.
That's very nice of you to say karenz. Thank you, I'm excited to see your pup/pups in the forums

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2017 12:44 pm
by Marjolein
Great looking dog ;-) I am thinking German Shepherd meets Akita... :)

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2017 1:04 pm
by Dutchringgirl
Marjolein wrote: Sun Jun 04, 2017 12:44 pm Great looking dog ;-) I am thinking German Shepherd meets Akita... :)

MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARJ !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HEY any new pictures ????

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2017 3:42 pm
by Marjolein
:DScool: Hi! Sure, on my site and fb :mrgreen:

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2017 4:57 pm
by Dutchringgirl
oooh ooh Ill go check !!!

Re: Does Duke strike you as Dutch Shepherd?

Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2017 4:46 am
by Duke
Marjolein wrote: Sun Jun 04, 2017 12:44 pm Great looking dog ;-) I am thinking German Shepherd meets Akita... :)
Thanks Marj! Everybody is excited to have you back online. Despite not knowing you, I've seen a lot of your posts and dogs online. I felt honored when you responded to that PM about Dingo. I'm so happy the dogs are doing so well at this age