Catalan Sheepdog 321

The Catalan Sheepdog, also referred to as the Gos d'Atura Català, Perro de Pastor Catalan, and Catalan Shepherd, originated in Spain, more specifically the Catalonia and Andorra regions. They are a type of Catalan Pyrenean dog that was bred specifically for herding and protecting sheep.

This dog breed is most commonly found across Europe in Spain, Germany, Sweden, and Finland. They are still used for herding today and also make great family pets. Although they are not currently recognized by the American Kennel Club, they are recognized by the United Kennel Club (UKC) in the United States and the Kennel Club (KC) in the UK.