Origin and use: In the Netherlands this dog was used as a watch-dog, especially by bargemen.
Height: dog 46 cm, bitch 43 cm
Weight: not specified
Temperament: lively, good watch-dog, one-man dog, distrustful of strangers, yappy
Useful information: The double coat needs a daily rub-down with a rigid, short-bristled brush. After brushing, comb the hair against the grain to air the coat. Untangle knots with a metal comb. Bath the dog two or three times per year.

Group clubs:
Cape Utility Dog Club. PO Box 43, Lynedoch, 7603
Secretary Tel. 021 881 3656
The Utility Breeds Club of Gauteng. PO Box 2719, Randburg, 2125
Secretary Tel. 011 849 5116
Natal Utility Breeds Club. PO Box 375, Gillitts, 3603
Secretary Tel. 031 205 7118

Please note: Should you not have success with any of the above addresses click here for KUSA's address list.

Breeders:

Sources:
The Kennel Union of SA,
FCI Breed Standards,
Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standards,
Guide to the Dogs of the World published by Treasure Press,
The Readers Digest Illustrated Book of Dogs.