large white maremma sheepdog breed standing in front of a white background facing forward
large white maremma sheepdog breed standing in front of a white background facing forward

Traits and Characteristics

type

Shepherd

weight

66 to 99 pounds

height

24 to 28 inches

family

Guardian

Traits and Characteristics

type

Shepherd

weight

66 to 99 pounds

height

24 to 28 inches

family

Guardian

The Maremma Sheepdog is a farm dog at heart, bred to protect livestock. They do best today as working dogs but can make loyal and trustworthy companions. The Maremma breed is large, strong, and looks like a polar bear with a long, harsh, white- or cream-colored coat that blends in with the sheep they were originally bred to protect. 

  • Energy Levellevel 2 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 2 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 1 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 2 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 5 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 5 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 1 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 2 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 3 in 5

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