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Landseer (dog)

dog breed

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Weight

59.5–80.5 kg

Size

Giant

Lifespan

7–10 ans

Energy

Moyen

Coat

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Maintenance

Moyen

Training

Moyen

The Landseer is a dog breed.

Profile

At a glance

Energy

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Trainability

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Maintenance

Modéré

Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.

⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds

L'essentiel

  • 1Giant size (59.5-80.5 kg) — life expectancy often shorter, watch for joint issues.
  • 2Life expectancy: 7 to 10 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
  • 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day is sufficient.
  • 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.

Chapter 1

Getting to know the Landseer (dog)

Origins & history

A story told

The breed developed in Great Britain. It eventually practically disappeared from the island after World War I, and it was in Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands that breeding would be found throughout the 20th century. Although the Landseer was recognized as an official breed in 1960, it took ten years to find it in France, where it has enjoyed some success since the 1990s.

Physical

Breed standard

The Landseer is a water dog with webbed paws. It has long white and black hair and a black head with a white blaze. For a male, the weight is 70 kilograms and its height is 72 to 80 centimeters while for females, the weight is 50 kilograms and its height is 67 to 72 centimeters.

What if you adopted your future companion?

The Landseer (dog) of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of landseer (dog) (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.

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What human age for a landseer (dog) ?

The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 7–10 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.

3 years
Birth22 years
Adult size

plus de 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.

Equivalent human age

31years

Adulte

Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.

Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +7 per year for a géant dog.

These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.

Alert

To avoid for dog

Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.

  • low-fat cocoa powderModerate
  • maltitolModerate
  • cocoa pasteModerate
  • onion piecesModerate

Calculator · daily ration

How much to give a landseer (dog) ?

Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.

70 kg
59.5 kg88.55 kg
Moderate

Result

624 g

per day · 2372 kcal

312 g / repas (2 par jour)

Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Landseer (dog)

Is a Landseer (dog) suitable for apartment living?+
This depends on the individual dog: its size requires space and exercise, provided its daily activity needs are met.
How much exercise per day for a Landseer (dog)?+
30 to 60 minutes per day is generally sufficient, to be adjusted depending on age and health.
What is the life expectancy of a Landseer (dog)?+
Between 7 and 10 years on average. Appropriate diet, regular veterinary care, and exercise contribute to a longer life.
Is a Landseer (dog) good with children?+
This depends on the individual dog: early socialization and mutual respect are key. Never leave a young child alone with any animal, regardless of breed.

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Sources & official links

Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.

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