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A male adult Leonberger dog

This is a breed of very large dog. The name of the Leonberger dog come from the city of Leonberg in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. The legend said that the Leonberger was ostensibly bred as a ‘symbolic dog’ that would mimic the lion in the town crest. It is in the Working Group for dog shows such as Crufts, but not at the World Dog Show.

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Pretty little puppy - Leonberger

The Leonberger is a mountain dog with impressive generous double coat, and strong muscular body structure. Its temper is medium and has a dramatic presence. Remaining true to their early roots as a capable family and Working dog, the surprisingly agile Leonberger is sound and coordinated, with both strength in bearing and elegance in movement.

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Three Leonberger dogs

  • Dogs: 28 to 31.5 inches-average 29.5 inches (resp. 72 to 88 cm, avg. 76 cm)
  • females: 25.5 to 29.5 inches-average 27.5 inches (resp. 65 to 75 cm, avg. 70 cm)

Weight:

  • Males: 120-170lb average 140-150 lb (resp. 45–76 kg, avg. 63–68 kg)
  • Females: 100-135lb average 115 lb (resp. 36-58+ kg, avg. 58 kg)


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