Maremma Sheepdog

In Romania Maremma Sheepdogs are used as livestock guardian dogs protecting sheep from predators like wolves and bears. The name derives from the Marrema marshlands (Italy) where hundreds of thousands of sheep used to overwinter. The 'bone' (actually a spoked iron collar) worn by the Maremma Sheepdog is a form of protective gear, used to safeguard the dog's neck and throat during confrontations with predators, deterring attacks and minimising damage from bites.

 

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