Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are a wonderful breed that dates back to Roman times. In the 20th century, Swissies were bred to pull carts on Swiss dairy farms and to do other general work, such as herding or carrying packs. To learn more about this breed, check out the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, or see the very informative pages of Emma's breeder, Jonathan Bastian or Porter's breeder, Trout Creek. |
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Emma (1997 - 2006) |
Abbey (Born 2005) |
Porter (Born 2007) |
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Recent Events: Michaux Forest Pack Hikes |
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Emma
von Wumelsdorf, CGC (Canine Good Citizen)
Emma (1997-2006)
was our first Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, a wonderful companion who especially enjoyed hiking on South Mountain. |
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Trout Creek's Isle Royale ("Porter"), CGC, RN, WPD, WWD (Canine Good Citizen, Rally Novice, Working Pack Dog, Working Weight Dog) |
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Porter is our Swissy puppy, born January 2007. [More Puppy Pictures...] He loves to travel (18 states so far...) and really enjoys the working dog events. He has earned his CGC (Canine Good Citizen) an indication of basic good manners. He has also earned titles in AKC Rally Novice, as a Working Pack Dog, and as a Working Weight Dog. He is working toward a title in Drafting. |
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Porter in May 2008. |
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Angel Swissys Dear Abbey ("Abbey"), CGC |
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Abbey is our first Swissy rescue, who came to us in 2009, almost 4 years old. She loves to pack hike, is working toward her Novice Working Pack Dog title, and keeps Porter in check very effectively. In November 2009 - after just a few weeks of training - she earned her Canine Good Citizen title. Nice work, Abbey! [Pictures of Abbey and Porter together...] |
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Abbey in September 2009. |
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