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Adopting a Dutch Shepherd

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Dutch Shepherd - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

You can adopt a Dutch Shepherd at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost of adopting a Dutch Shepherd is around $300, which covers the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Dutch Shepherds from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $1,000 to $3,500.

The easiest way to adopt a Dutch Shepherd is through a rescue specializing in Dutch Shepherds. A great place to start is by starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Dutch Shepherds in your area.

Dutch Shepherd fun facts

Fun Facts:

In the 1800s, the Dutch Shepherd was allowed to be any color. But in 1914, when the breed standard was written, it was decreed that they must always be brindle so as to distinguish from the German Shepherd and the Belgian Shepherd.

Extremely intelligent, Dutch Shepherds are employed today as police and security dogs.

Dutch Shepherds are very rare, not only in the world but even in their native Netherlands.

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Dutch Shepherd Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Dutch Shepherd types to temperament and health issues to popular Dutch Shepherd mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.