Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 2018.jpg
OriginSwitzerland
Traits
Height Males 25.5–28.5 in (65–72 cm)
Females 23.5–27 in (60–69 cm)
Weight Males 90–140 lb (41–64 kg)
Females 80–110 lb (36–50 kg)
Coat short, double coat
Color tricolor (black, rust or tan, and white)
Litter size up to 18
Life span approximately 11 years
Kennel club standards
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog ( domestic dog )

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