![]() To combat these differences, the Phylax Society was formed in 1891 with the intention of creating standardised development plans for native dog breeds in Germany. The results were dogs that were able to do such things, but that differed significantly, both in appearance and ability, from one locality to another. It was recognised that the breed had the necessary skills for herding sheep, such as intelligence, speed, strength and keen senses of smell. In Germany this was practised within local communities, where shepherds selected and bred dogs. Dogs were being bred to preserve traits that assisted in their job of herding sheep and protecting their flocks from predators. During the 1890s, attempts were being made to standardise dog breeds.
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