Mary Allen
#7 With the Leonberger, or Leo as it is often called by owners and enthusiasts, the name says it all. Indeed, in appearance and size, it resembles a lion, and it cannot deny its ancestors, the powerful, molossoid dogs of antiquity.
His size alone is impressive with a shoulder height of 72 to 80 centimeters for males and 65 to 75 centimeters for females. 76 centimeters for males and 70 centimeters for females are considered ideal. They are clearly one of the larger dog breeds. Bitches reach a weight of 45 to 55 kilograms, males weigh 55 to 70 kilograms.
#8 The dog’s coat is long and slightly wavy, dense with undercoat, soft to coarse.
A mane grows on the neck and chest, especially in male dogs. The back is straight, the tail sloping and feathered. The legs are also very hairy with long hair. The physique of the Leonberger is strong and muscular. The color of the fur also resembles that of a lion. According to the breed standard, Leonbergers must be fawn, lion yellow, red, or reddish brown. All shades in between are allowed, lightening of the feathering on the tail and legs and on the neck may occur, but should not disturb the harmony. Black hair tips and white patches on the chest and white toes are also tolerated in breeding. The black snout and the black mask are typical of Leonbergers. The ears hang down and lie close together, the eyes are brown, ideally dark brown, but there are also Leonbergers with light brown eyes.
#9 Leonbergers are intelligent and willing to learn.
This makes them suitable even for committed beginners who can and want to train their four-legged friends with love, calmness, and consistency. Attending a puppy and dog school is always a good idea because that's how the little Leonberger learns how to deal with other dogs and both beginners and people who already have experience with dogs learn a lot.